Albania’s cannabis reform can drive sustainable development, enhance rural economies and promote social equity, aligning with global sustainability goals for a brighter future.
Category:Legislative Reform
The study shows that cannabis legalization does not increase youth use and may offer public health benefits, reduced arrests and improved education.
Cannabis Law 61/2023 has renamed “industrial hemp” to “industrial cannabis,” causing confusion among policymakers, journalists, farmers and the public and undermining its unique identity.
Albania should separate medical cannabis from industrial hemp in legislation to clarify regulations, enhance economic potential and support the unique needs of each industry.
Find out how Albania can benefit from the industrial hemp boom with UN policy recommendations that support rural development and sustainable practices.