International Cannabis Weekly: 392

THE UK HAS IMPORTED MORE CANNABIS FROM SPAIN THAN ANY OTHER COUNTRY SINCE 2021, NEW DATA SHOWS

New data acquired from the Home Office by Prohibition Partners and Business of Cannabis shows that since 2021, the UK has imported the bulk of its medical cannabis from Spain.

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THE RISE OF MULTI-COUNTRY OPERATORS: SOMAÍ TARGETS 20 COUNTRIES BY YEAR END

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U.N. PLACES HHC UNDER SAME REGULATIONS AS CANNABIS AND METHAMPHETAMINE

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• Brussels delays action on Italy’s restrictive hemp laws, leaving CBD industry in limbo.
• UK-listed Celadon Pharmaceuticals is still in a precarious financial position after months of turmoil.
• High yields and even higher returns: Inside the UK’s fast-growing medical cannabis industry.
• Moldova issues its first hemp cultivation licence, marking a milestone for the country’s industry.
• Survey shows half of Luxembourg adults have tried cannabis, reflecting widespread use.
• Portugal’s Rui Santos Ivo elected president of the European Medicines Agency board.

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• 2025 Global Cannabis Regulatory Summit in Washington D.C. announces speakers and programming schedule.
• Pennsylvania House passes bill to strengthen medical cannabis program oversight and testing.
• Michigan recreational cannabis prices drop 30% from 2024, making it more affordable for consumers.
• North Carolina and Idaho could both soon see major cannabis reform after new bills introduced.
• New York opens applications for grant program supporting dispensary owners impacted by criminalisation.
• Maryland Senate advances bill protecting public employees from being fired over medical cannabis use.

• Canada announces sweeping amendments to cannabis regulation in biggest changes since legalisation.
• University of Toronto researchers seek volunteers for long-term study on cannabis and oral health.
• High Tide reports record Q1 2025 revenue of CA$142.5 million, showing industry growth.
• SNDL reports full-year 2024 financial results, assessing market trends and future outlook.
• Trygg Collective acquires Tricanna Industries, expanding its Canadian cannabis portfolio.
• Village Farms International strengthens market position with new cannabis expansion efforts.

• Costa Rica’s medical cannabis rollout: Is it a case of legal relief or a regulatory loophole?
• Colombian president urges Congress to legalise cannabis, pushing for new industry reforms.
• Uruguay’s IRCCA appoints new director to oversee national cannabis regulatory framework.
• The future of medical cannabis in Colombia: Regulation, access, and market growth.

• French Polynesia is seeking 10 cultivators for new therapeutic cannabis program.
• Cannim and NICM launch second medical cannabis study focused on women’s health.
• Both Montu PR director and head of brand join wellness tech start-up Bon Charge.
• Senate inquiry into medicinal cannabis set to become a top priority for Fiona Patten.

• South African president urged to overturn health minister’s ban on cannabis in food and drinks.
• Israeli firm IM Cannabis Corporation is poised to announce its 2024 financial results on 31 March 2025.