“Chonnan”, Minister of Public Health, retorted that the opposition should not distort the “5 methamphetamine tablets” law, insisting that it does not open the door for trade and use. But it turns addicts into patients and returns good people to society. Ready to explain unlocking marijuana For medical benefits only

On April 5, 2024, Dr. Chonnan Srikaew, Minister of Public Health Clarifying the facts regarding the policy of the Ministry of Public Health The matter of using marijuana for medical or recreational purposes in amending the Ministry of Public Health regulations. It is clearly defined that Use marijuana for medical and health purposes only. which is in accordance with the 1961 Convention on Narcotics, which is international law. has specified that the government sector in member countries that there will be use of marijuana Must pass laws to control which the Ministry of Public Health has drafted and is awaiting consideration before presenting it to the Cabinet Confirming that cannabis cultivation Marijuana production or processing Must request permission from the government first only.

As for the issue of ministerial regulations that determine the amount of narcotic drugs, it is assumed that Possession for consumption and is considered a patient who must be treated and cured In the case of possession of no more than 5 methamphetamine pills, Dr. Chonnan Srikaew explained that the said law is intended to return good people to society. By giving those who volunteer to undergo treatment an opportunity to be separated from the community or society that is at risk of returning to drug use. Because when entering the treatment process is complete Still need to enter the process of social rehabilitation first. At the same time, there will be knowledge and professional skills training along with it, emphasizing that to be able to return to society Must be confirmed by the staff or director of the treatment facility. that he is a person who has completely recovered from drugs There are no abnormal symptoms. and are ready to return to society So you can leave the treatment process.

“At present, after the announcement of the said Ministerial Regulation There are 322 agencies that are jointly conducting treatment with the Ministry of Public Health throughout the country. And there are a total of 4,763 people receiving treatment, 1,589 of whom have been successfully treated. We would like to emphasize that if all MPs give this group of people the opportunity to enter the treatment process according to the Ministry of Public Health's procedures. Patients in this group have a higher chance of being able to quit drugs. and become a good person before returning to society Therefore, the matter of 5 amphetamine pills is not an opportunity for the traders. or drug addicts used to seek benefits as discussed by the opposition. At the same time, in the past, some debaters had participated in voting in support of this law. But this time it has come back to distort the intent of the law. It creates confusion for the people.” Dr. Chonnan said.