Thailand to Allow Medical Marijuana, a First in Southeast Asia
By a vote of 166 to 0, the military-appointed National Legislative Assembly approved legislation this week that would allow the use of cannabis under medical supervision.
Thailand’s penalty for recreational use — up to five years in prison for possession of 10 kilograms or less — would remain in place.
Only people authorized by the government will be allowed to plant or possess marijuana. Medical users will be required to have a prescription or medical marijuana identification card.