International Cannabis Weekly: 443
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NEW REPORT: UK AND GERMANY MEDICAL CANNABIS MARKETS BOTH DOUBLE IN 2025
The UK and Germany’s medical cannabis markets both more than doubled in size throughout 2025, once again cementing the countries as the engine behind European market growth.
US CANNABIS COMPANIES COULD FINALLY GET ACCESS TO NASDAQ UNDER NEW BILL
INDIA AWARDS FIRST CANNABIS RESEARCH GRANT, SHIFTING TOWARDS MARKET GROWTH
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Europe
Lancet review finds limited evidence for medical cannabis in treating mental health conditions.
Luxembourg sees launch of its first at-home cannabis growing service for consumers.
Swiss cannabis pilot programme reports positive early outcomes from regulated access experiment.
AIRO inhalation device launches in Germany through SOMAI EU-GMP distribution.
Avant Brands has pivoted its European strategy as the current market dynamics shift.
Diverging cannabis usage trends across Europe highlight uneven policy impacts between countries.
Portugal’s medical cannabis market faces price pressure and traceability challenges.
Stable consumption, falling arrests: Germany’s cannabis landscape2-years on.
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United States
Mississippi medical cannabis reform bills have been advanced to governor for approval.
US Army to allow recruits with marijuana convictions to enlist without waivers starting April 20.
Virginia could launch regulated retail cannabis market by 2027 under new proposals.
The state of Texas sees surge in demand ahead of smokable THCA hemp sales ban.
The Cannabist Company initiates restructuring proceedings under Canadian insolvency framework.
Proposed US bill could grant cannabis companies access to Nasdaq and broader financial services.
New US federal guidance allows certain hemp products in select health programmes.
South Carolina Senate approves bill to regulate but preserve hemp-derived THC products.
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Canada
Canadian consumers purchase more cannabis than alcohol in January, signalling shifting consumption trends.
End of Cannabis Act funding contributes to Health Canada spending cuts and staffing reductions.
Canadian government has released updated national cannabis market data overview.
Cannabis extracts and edibles gain market share as Canadian sales and retail footprint expand.
New US-linked legislation could impact Canadian cannabis stocks including Aurora Cannabis.
High Tide maintains analyst support with raised price target amid continued performance.
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LATAM & The Caribbean
Brazil cannabis fair breaks attendance records, reflecting accelerating market momentum.
Launch of first Latin American and Caribbean survey on cultural cannabis diversity.
Uruguay cannabis clubs surpass pharmacies in sales, pushing for tourist access reform.
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APAC
India awards first cannabis research grant, signalling potential shift toward market development.
New Zealand medical cannabis market growth slows as major operator enters administration.
Western Australia MP has introduced a bill to legalise personal cannabis use for adults.
“Cape to Cape for Cannabis” campaign nears completion as organisers push final registrations.
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Africa & The Middle East
South Africa moves to accelerate cannabis regulatory framework as it targets global industry leadership.
Cannabis emerging from the sidelines to become integral part of SA’s pharmaceutical industry.
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