International Cannabis Weekly: 449
May 15, 2026
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BUSINESS OF CANNABIS AWARDS 2026: SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED
The shortlist for the third annual Business of Cannabis Awards, Europe’s leading celebration of excellence across the cannabis sector, has been announced today.
VOICES OF CANNABIS EUROPA: SASHO STEFANOSKI, CEO OF PHCANN INTERNATIONAL
VOICES OF CANNABIS EUROPA: GREEN SUCCESS’ YUVAL SOIREF ON EU CANNABIS
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Europe
- Greece is planning a hemp flower ban despite the warnings it could breach EU law.
- Swiss cannabis industry group urges faster progress on national regulation framework.
- Bedrocan has unveiled new Bedromed medical cannabis product for European patients.
- More than 30% of licensed Portuguese cannabis companies lose or suspend INFARMED approval.
- A new survey has found 92% of French people support access to medical cannabis.
- Hungary’s new government faces growing pressure to reverse longstanding anti-drug policies.
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United States
- Georgia governor signs bill expanding medical marijuana access and approving vaping products.
- California assembly approves bill allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows across state.
- Indiana officials continue debates around cannabis policy and regional industry developments.
- Congressional amendment advancing would let veterans receive medical cannabis recommendations through VA.
- Michigan Marijuana Tours launches behind-the-scenes cannabis cultivation experiences for consumers.
- Idaho medical cannabis advocacy group reports raising more than $150,000 for campaign.
- New poll finds most Ohioans view marijuana as safe and socially acceptable.
- Judge takes CMS hemp and marijuana CBD program under advisement amid growing evidence.
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Canada
- Cronos Group’s acquisition of Cannadelaar faces delays amid regulatory process.
- Decline in active cannabis business licenses extends beyond two consecutive years.
- Retired Canadian senator continues campaign supporting broader cannabis reform efforts.
- Saskatchewan expands on-reserve cannabis refund program for Indigenous communities.
- Nextleaf reports AGM results while expanding leadership through CCBC participation.
- Cronos reports first quarter 2026 financial results and strategic business developments.
- High Tide announces additional insider share purchases following recent market activity.
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LATAM & The Caribbean
- Brazil surpasses 873,000 cannabis patients as São Paulo Cannabis Fair returns in 2026.
- Caribbean island is debating new rules for medical and adult-use cannabis market.
- Maricá advances medical cannabis project with support from Brazilian health regulator ANVISA.
- Chile approves tougher cannabis penalties as constitutional court review looms.
- Bioxyne has secured first Costa Rica medical cannabis flower supply agreement.
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APAC
- Pakistan’s cannabis regulator advances Rs200 million facility refurbishment investment plan.
- Ora Pharm acquires key Helius Therapeutics assets in significant New Zealand cannabis deal.
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Africa & The Middle East
- Ghana and Vermont collaborate on industrial hemp marketplace development initiatives.
- Hybrid seed technology innovations continue improving cannabis cultivation yields worldwide.
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