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Overwhelming support for decriminalizing marijuana for medical purpose

22 Sept 07:31 Key points summarised by AI

An overwhelming majority of 16,264 out of 16,431 surveyed people support amending narcotics law to allow kanja (marijuana) for medical research and drug development.
Justice Minister advises caution, stressing the need for patient consent, measures to prevent abuse, and for Thailand to conduct its own research to develop medicines from kanja, bypassing patent issues.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.