Thailand is on the brink of a significant shift in its cannabis policies, moving to ban recreational cannabis just three years after its decriminalization. This decision follows a surge in cannabis smuggling to the UK and growing concerns over misuse and regulatory instability. The government has proposed stricter regulations that require prescriptions for cannabis sales, a move that threatens to dismantle the burgeoning $1 billion industry that emerged post-decriminalization. Thai cannabis stores are expressing anxiety over their futures as the government tightens controls, while advocates prepare for mass rallies to oppose the new measures. The shift is seen as a major setback for tourism and local cannabis businesses, as lawmakers prioritize regulatory compliance amidst political turmoil.