Will The Smoke be Completely Puffed? Thailand's Cannabis Political Economy

Decode and Dive Deeper into Thai cannabis industry that faces uncertainty due to restrictive policies, threatening small businesses and tourism.

Thailand decriminalized cannabis in 2022 post-2018 medical legalization, but by June 2025 shifted to medical-only, banning recreational sales without prescriptions; penalties up to 25k Baht fine or 1yr jail. Pro-decrim Bhumjaithai vs. health-focused Pheu Thai; advocacy groups oppose recrim.