After Thailand became the first Asian country to legalise the use of marijuana last year, the drug has become a political football as Thai politicians head for elections next month.

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Notable sections of civil society and politicians in Thailand want tougher regulations to access and use of marijuana after recent reports of overuse and use by children emerge.

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In a bid to mark the new rule which allows people to grow cannabis at home, the Thailand government has decided to give away over one million cannabis plant for free to the people across the country in June.

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The restaurant at the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital in Prachin Buri started serving its own happy meals this month, after Thailand de-listed cannabis as a narcotic, allowing state-authorised firms to cultivate the plant.

Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers