Ukraine Legalizes Marijuana: Opening Doors to Legalization and Regulation
Ukraine has taken a significant step forward in its approach to cannabis by signing a bill to legalize its use. According to the law, six months from now, marijuana will start being sold legally in Ukraine. The demand for legalizing marijuana in Ukraine has been ongoing for a considerable period. According to a Ukrainian lawmaker, more than 6 million people in Ukraine, including cancer patients, individuals suffering from stress disorders, and wounded soldiers, require marijuana-infused medication.
The President’s Decision: A Turning Point
Ukraine President’s Move: Signing the Bill and Its Implications
According to reports, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky signed the bill legalizing marijuana on Tuesday. The law will come into effect six months after the publication of the signed bill. Until then, the sale or supply of marijuana for recreational use will remain banned in Ukraine. It is noted that the parliament had endorsed the law supported by wartime volunteers in December, but leaders of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko’s party had prevented it from reaching Zelensky for signing, expressing concerns about the law’s implications for the country’s future. They feared that the law could potentially increase drug abuse in the country.
Police Oversight on Marijuana Cultivation
Police Vigilance and Marijuana Cultivation
For now, Ukraine’s Ministry of Health has endorsed this new law. The Ukrainian Ministry of Health will be required to prepare a list of illnesses and medical conditions for which marijuana use is beneficial. The law mentions obtaining a license for marijuana cultivation and sale. Additionally, the police will conduct 24-hour video surveillance of marijuana cultivators.
Global Trends: Legalization Efforts Worldwide
Global Perspectives: The Global Shift Towards Legalization
Apart from Ukraine, several other countries are also considering legalizing marijuana. Just a few months ago, there was a demand for legalizing marijuana in Germany. Meanwhile, research is underway in India’s Himachal Pradesh to legalize marijuana cultivation.
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