Thailand to force cannabis shops to adopt medical model as numbers plunge
Thailand's government is shifting cannabis shops towards a medical model, requiring operators to upgrade into medical facilities staffed by qualified professionals. The move comes as the number of cannabis outlets has fallen sharply, with only about 15% of the original 18,000 shops remaining.
Thailand's government is pushing cannabis shops to adopt a medical model. Operators renewing their licenses will have to upgrade into medical facilities. The shift comes as the number of cannabis outlets has fallen sharply. Public Health Minister Pattana Promphat said the government will support medical cannabis under stricter controls. Hospitals are ready to dispense medical cannabis, reinforcing the government's push to make access more clearly tied to treatment and healthcare services. A three-year transition period will be given to operators to adjust.
This content was automatically generated and/or translated by AI. It may contain inaccuracies. Please refer to the original sources for verification.