Thai medical organisations ask government to rethink cannabis legalisation

13 Sept 23:24 Key points summarised by AI

A coalition of 17 Thai medical organizations, led by the Medical Council, has petitioned the government to limit cannabis use strictly to medical purposes, strongly opposing its recreational use.
They assert that current policies, which do not classify cannabis as a dangerous drug and permit self-treatment, are generating problems that will lead to negative consequences in the near future.
The organizations propose five key recommendations for medical cannabis use, focusing on evidence-based application, high-quality products under drug acts, trained medical professionals, patient screening, and robust regulation by authorities like the Thai FDA.
This call for stricter regulation follows Thailand's decriminalization of cannabis in June, which has resulted in a boom in cultivation and use, despite authorities discouraging recreational consumption.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.