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BNN to launch study on the use of marijuana for medical purposes
However, Marthinus emphasized that even if the research shows promising results regarding the medical benefits of marijuana, it does not necessarily mean that cannabis "will be legalized for everyone".
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So close yet so far: Health minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has said there is a potential for research on medical uses for marijuana. (Pexel/Aphiwat Chuangchoem) (Pexel/Aphiwat Chuangchoem)
BNN to launch study on the use of marijuana for medical purposes
The Jakarta Post
Jakarta
The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) is planning to launch a study on the potential medical benefits of marijuana, a move that could pave the way for limited legalization of cannabis in a country long known for its firm anti-drug stance.
BNN Head Gen. Marthinus Hukom stated that the research will be conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) at the BNN Forensic Laboratory, which he described as one of the best-equipped facilities in Southeast Asia.
"We are aware of the ongoing discussions about legalizing cannabis for medical use. We need time to carry out accurate research to properly evaluate this proposal," he said during a recent hearing with lawmakers at the House of Representatives, as quoted by Antara.
However, Marthinus emphasized that even if the research shows promising results regarding the medical benefits of marijuana, it does not necessarily mean that cannabis "will be legalized for everyone".
