Thailand vows tighter controls of cannabis as smuggling cases among tourists soar
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Thailand plans to tighten cannabis sales regulations due to increased smuggling attempts by tourists. The country decriminalized cannabis in 2022, boosting tourism but leading to public concerns about accessibility to children and addiction. The ruling Pheu Thai Party aims to criminalize cannabis again, facing resistance from coalition partners. Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin announced upcoming regulations requiring prescriptions for cannabis sales. Airport inspections have intensified, particularly targeting foreign nationals, with recent arrests of British tourists attempting to smuggle cannabis. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)