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Matichon (มติชน) is a long-running Thai news brand best known for political and social coverage. Founded in 1978, it is associated with in-depth reporting and commentary on public affairs, governance, and major national debates.

On cannabis-related topics, Matichon often frames stories through policy decisions, legal enforcement, and public health, reflecting how cannabis is treated in Thai public discourse. That makes it valuable for understanding the “mainstream” narrative around cannabis in Thailand.

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MatichonFeb 22, 2026
Fire at Cannabis Factory in Samut Sakhon Quickly Contained by Emergency Crews

Fire at Cannabis Factory in Samut Sakhon Quickly Contained by Emergency Crews

Emergency crews in Samut Sakhon quickly contained a fire at a cannabis factory, with authorities investigating the cause and reviewing safety protocols for future prevention

  • •A fire broke out at a cannabis factory in Soi Phetkasem 91, Samut Sakhon on February 22
  • •Firefighters rapidly responded and controlled the blaze within 35 minutes, preventing spread to nearby properties

by ไฟไหม้โรงงานกัญชา ซอยเพชรเกษม 91 สมุทรสาคร จนท.ระดมกำลังระงับเหตุ 22.02.26 | 20:58 น.

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MatichonFeb 14, 2026
Bangkok Police Lieutenant Suspended Amid Cannabis Shop Robbery Investigation

Bangkok Police Lieutenant Suspended Amid Cannabis Shop Robbery Investigation

A senior Bangkok police officer has been suspended and faces investigation after being implicated in an armed robbery targeting a cannabis shop in Pathum Thani,

  • •A Bangkok police lieutenant colonel has been suspended after being accused of involvement in an armed robbery at a cannabis shop
  • •The Pathum Thani Provincial Court approved arrest warrants for five suspects connected to the case

by ผบก.น.2 สั่ง ร.ต.อ. ให้ออกราชการ ตั้งกก.สอบซ้ำ เอี่ยวคดีบุกปล้นร้านกัญชา 14.02.26 | 14:35 น.

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MatichonFeb 14, 2026
Three Police Officers Surrender After Armed Robbery of Cannabis Shop in Pathum Thani

Three Police Officers Surrender After Armed Robbery of Cannabis Shop in Pathum Thani

Three police officers have surrendered after allegedly robbing a cannabis dispensary in Pathum Thani, seizing 800,000 baht and over 100 kilograms of cannabis, prompting a major investigation

  • •Three police officers surrendered after allegedly robbing a cannabis shop in Pathum Thani
  • •The suspects took 800,000 baht in cash and over 100 kilograms of cannabis buds

by มอบตัวแล้ว 3 แก๊งตร.ปล้นร้านกัญชา กวาดเงิน 8 แสน–ดอกกัญชา 100 กก. 14.02.26 | 07:40 น.

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MatichonFeb 9, 2026
Thai Authorities Seize Nearly 10 Kilograms of Cannabis in Parcel Boxes at Mae Sot Market

Thai Authorities Seize Nearly 10 Kilograms of Cannabis in Parcel Boxes at Mae Sot Market

Thai soldiers and border police seized nearly 10 kilograms of cannabis hidden in parcel boxes at Mae Sot’s Rim Moei Market and are now reviewing CCTV to identify those

  • •Authorities in Mae Sot, Tak province, seized 9,700 grams of cannabis packed in six parcel boxes at Rim Moei Market
  • •The boxes included parcels from Thailand Post, Flash Express, and KEX Express, all containing vacuum-sealed cannabis flower
  • •Officials are reviewing surveillance footage to identify and prosecute the individuals responsible for the drop-off

by ยึดกัญชา ใส่กล่องพัสดุ วางรอลูกค้าตลาดริมเมย เร่งหาตัวเจ้าของดำเนินคดี 09.02.26 | 12:21 น.

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MatichonFeb 4, 2026
Thai Politician Tawee Sodsong Vows Strict Crackdown on Cannabis and Kratom

Thai Politician Tawee Sodsong Vows Strict Crackdown on Cannabis and Kratom

Tawee Sodsong, leader of Thailand's Prachachat Party, has pledged a major crackdown on drug trafficking and promised stricter regulations on cannabis and kratom, signaling a possible policy reversal in the country

  • •Tawee Sodsong reaffirmed his commitment to fighting drug abuse in Thailand, especially in the southern border provinces
  • •He identified cross-border drug trafficking as a major concern, with areas like Sungai Kolok and Tak Bai labeled as hotspots
  • •Tawee proposed using anti-money laundering measures to target drug traffickers and restore trust with neighboring countries

by ทวี สอดส่อง ย้ำเอาจริงปราบยาเสพติด พร้อมเดินหน้าคุมเข้ม ‘กระท่อม-กัญชา’ ทำร้ายประชาชน 04.02.26 | 13:14 น.

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MatichonFeb 4, 2026
Prachachat Party Pledges Cannabis Reclassification and Youth Protection in Pattani Election Campaign

Prachachat Party Pledges Cannabis Reclassification and Youth Protection in Pattani Election Campaign

Prachachat Party leader Tawee Sodsong campaigned in Pattani, pledging to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic and prioritize youth safety and inclusive policy

  • •Prachachat Party campaigned in Pattani’s Saiburi district with a focus on youth and education
  • •Leader Tawee Sodsong advocated for reclassifying cannabis and kratom as narcotics
  • •Proposals include tax-free zones and economic support for local agriculture and fisheries
  • •Party emphasized inclusivity, meeting with both Islamic and Chinese community groups

by ทวี เข้าศาลเจ้า-คุยโรงเรียนอิสลาม ดันทนายกอฮา ยึดเขต 4 ปัตตานี ชูธงกัญชาเป็นยาเสพติด 04.02.26 | 18:00 น.

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MatichonFeb 2, 2026
Thai Health Coalition Demands Accountability for Cannabis Legalization Amid Rising Health Concerns

Thai Health Coalition Demands Accountability for Cannabis Legalization Amid Rising Health Concerns

A coalition of Thai health organizations has called on the Bhumjaithai Party to take responsibility for cannabis legalization, citing a surge in health risks and youth exposure

  • •Thai health coalition demands cannabis be returned to Category 5 narcotic status
  • •Sharp increase in cannabis poisoning, dependence, and psychosis reported since legalization

by ภาคีเครือข่ายสุขภาพ จี้ ภท.รับผิดชอบ ‘กัญชาเสรี’ ชี้ อนุทิน เคยกินโชว์ปชช.ออกสื่อยิ่งหนุนใช้สันทนาการ 02.02.26 | 13:08 น.

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MatichonJan 27, 2026
Bangkok Police Seize Cannabis Flower Worth Over 180,000 Baht in Illegal Sale Crackdown

Bangkok Police Seize Cannabis Flower Worth Over 180,000 Baht in Illegal Sale Crackdown

Bangkok police arrested a shop owner and seized cannabis flower worth over 182,000 baht in a raid on illegal sales, highlighting strict enforcement of Thailand's cannabis laws

  • •Bangkok police raided a shop in Phra Nakhon, seizing 925.7 grams of cannabis flower worth 182,731 baht
  • •The shop owner was arrested and charged under the Protection and Promotion of Thai Traditional Medicine Wisdom Act, B.E. 2542
  • •Authorities cited the significant value of the seized cannabis as evidence of large-scale illegal activity
  • •Medical and legal experts assisted police in identifying and processing the seized cannabis products

by ดส.ตรวจจับร้าน ‘ขายดอกกัญชา’ ผิดกฎหมาย มูลค่ากว่าแสนบาท 26.01.26 | 22:24 น.

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MatichonJan 23, 2026
Experts Call for Urgent Social Policy Reform as Youth Cannabis and Drug Use Rises in Thailand

Experts Call for Urgent Social Policy Reform as Youth Cannabis and Drug Use Rises in Thailand

Thai experts have raised alarms over rising youth cannabis and drug use, urging the next government to implement comprehensive social policies to address addiction and

  • •Thai experts warn of rising youth cannabis, drug, and e-cigarette use and call for urgent policy action
  • •Forum participants highlight that expanded alcohol sales hours failed to increase revenue and led to more accidents
  • •Over 5.4 billion baht is allocated to drug issues, with most funding focused on enforcement rather than prevention
  • •Experts urge greater community and youth involvement in designing drug prevention and intervention strategies

by สถิติพุ่ง นโยบายไม่มี เด็กติดยา-กัญชา-บุหรี่ไฟฟ้า-ผับบาร์ตี 4 รัฐบาลหน้าเอาไงดี? 23.01.26 | 20:34 น.

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MatichonJan 23, 2026
Thai Authorities Shut Down Israeli-Linked Cannabis Farm in Krabi for Nominee Violations

Thai Authorities Shut Down Israeli-Linked Cannabis Farm in Krabi for Nominee Violations

Thai regulators have shut down a cannabis farm in Krabi linked to Israeli investors for violating nominee ownership rules, suspending its license and arresting four individuals involved in the operation

  • •The Department of Business Development led a raid on a cannabis farm in Krabi province over nominee shareholder violations
  • •The business restructured its ownership to include Israeli nationals and increased its capital to 6 million baht
  • •Authorities uncovered illegal nominee arrangements, online sales, and cannabis extracts with THC content above legal limits
  • •The Krabi Provincial Public Health Office suspended the business license for 60 days and arrested four suspects

by กรมพัฒนาธุรกิจ บุกทลายฟาร์มกัญชา ‘ทุนเทาอิสราเอล’ กลางกระบี่ ใช้คนไทยเป็นนอมินี 23.01.26 | 09:40 น.

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MatichonJan 21, 2026
Thai Party Leader Thawi Announces Plan to Recriminalize Cannabis and Target Drug Trade

Thai Party Leader Thawi Announces Plan to Recriminalize Cannabis and Target Drug Trade

Prachachat Party leader Thawi Sodsong pledged to reverse cannabis decriminalization and intensify drug crackdowns if elected, citing rising psychiatric cases since

  • •Thawi Sodsong announced a 100-day plan to combat drugs and reverse cannabis liberalization
  • •He claims psychiatric disorders have risen 6.5 times since cannabis was decriminalized

by ทวี ลั่นนโยบาย 100 วันแรก ลดราคาน้ำมัน-ปราบยาเสพติด รับไม่ได้ปลดล็อกกัญชา 21.01.26 | 10:37 น.

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MatichonJan 19, 2026
Prachachat Party Pledges Crackdown on Cannabis and Monopolies at Pattani Rally

Prachachat Party Pledges Crackdown on Cannabis and Monopolies at Pattani Rally

The Prachachat Party has vowed to crack down on cannabis liberalization and economic monopolies while targeting 10-15 parliamentary seats in a high-profile Pattani rally attended by over 20,000 people

  • •Prachachat Party held a major rally in Pattani with over 20,000 attendees
  • •Party leaders set a target of winning 10-15 seats and at least two ministerial posts

by ประชาชาติ ปราศรัยใหญ่ปัตตานี ตั้งเป้า 10-15 เก้าอี้ ทวี ประกาศสงครามกัญชา ทลายทุนผูกขาด 19.01.26 | 11:09 น.

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MatichonJan 14, 2026
Thai Political Debate Highlights Conservative Cannabis Policy and Vaping Crackdown

Thai Political Debate Highlights Conservative Cannabis Policy and Vaping Crackdown

Thai political candidates at a major youth debate in Bangkok reaffirmed medical-only cannabis policies and strict e-cigarette enforcement, signaling a conservative direction for future drug regulation

  • •Bhumjaithai Party candidate Lori called for cannabis use to be restricted to medical purposes only
  • •Lori opposed full cannabis liberalization and instead advocated for clean energy liberalization

by ลอรี่ ลั่นเอาแบบอนุรักษนิยมเท่ๆ เสรีไปไม่ดี กัญชาใช้แค่การแพทย์ เจนใหม่พท.ยันปราบบุหรี่ไฟฟ้า 14.01.26 | 18:00 น.

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MatichonJan 13, 2026
Thai Experts Urge Political Clarity on Cannabis Policy Ahead of 2026 Election

Thai Experts Urge Political Clarity on Cannabis Policy Ahead of 2026 Election

Thai health experts and advocacy groups called for political parties to clarify their cannabis policy positions ahead of the 2026 election, citing increased health

  • •A public forum in Bangkok highlighted rising health risks following Thailand's cannabis decriminalization in 2022
  • •Experts reported a 3.5-fold increase in cannabis poisoning and a 6.5-fold increase in both dependence and psychosis cases since legalization
  • •International comparisons showed Thailand liberalized cannabis more rapidly and with lower baseline usage than Canada or Germany
  • •Speakers urged political parties to clearly state their cannabis policy positions before the 2026 general election

by เสวนาผลกระทบ ‘กัญชา’ หลังปลดล็อก 3 ปี แนะพรรคการเมืองแสดงจุดยืน ให้ปชช.ตัดสินในการเลือกตั้ง 13.01.26 | 16:33 น.

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MatichonJan 8, 2026
Phuket Cannabis Shop Shut Down for Expired License as Police Seize 68 Processed Products

Phuket Cannabis Shop Shut Down for Expired License as Police Seize 68 Processed Products

Phuket police shut down a cannabis shop operating with an expired license, confiscating 68 types of processed cannabis products and intensifying warnings for strict legal compliance and protection of

  • •Phuket police and public health officials raided a cannabis shop on January 8 after receiving complaints about unlicensed processed cannabis sales
  • •Authorities seized over 68 processed cannabis products, including brownies, jellies, and chocolates, from the shop 'Candies By We Love Cannabis.'
  • •The shop's caretaker presented an expired license, leading to charges of unauthorized commercial sale of controlled herbal substances
  • •Officials emphasized the strict prohibition of cannabis sales to children and youth and warned other retailers to comply with regulations

by จับร้านกัญชาภูเก็ต ยึดของกลางแปรรูป 68 รายการ

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MatichonJan 7, 2026
Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Prachatat Party leader Tawee Sodsong announced a crackdown policy after his administration seized 900 million methamphetamine pills, and called for tighter controls on

  • •Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong reported the seizure of over 900 million methamphetamine pills during his previous government tenure
  • •Tawee called for cannabis to be restricted to medical use only and for kratom to return to the controlled substances list

by ทวี เอาจริงปราบยาเสพติด โชว์ผลงานตอนเป็นรบ. ยึดยาบ้า 900 ล้านเม็ด ย้ำคุมกัญชา-กระท่อม

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