In recent times, Thailand has been the epicenter of headlines, causing ripples across borders and seas alike. From the aromatic wafts of cannabis to temple tiffs with Cambodia, and humanitarian concerns echoing in the corridors of the UN, the narrative of Thailand unfolds with compelling twists and turns. Let’s start with the fragrant flurry that is Thailand’s cannabis kerfuffle. The winds of change blew through when Somsak Thepsutin, Thailand’s Public Health Minister, wielded his signature power to redefine cannabis usage strictly as a medical matter. Soon, securing a whiff of marijuana will demand navigating the bureaucratic maze to procure a doctor’s nod and medical credentials. The relaxation that once allowed a broader retail flourish is being rolled back, classifying cannabis as a narcotic once again. This move, welcomed by some, dismissed by others, isn’t politically colored, insists Thepsutin; it’s a response to sidestep the sticky mess of poor past policies…