Recently, Mexican president Peña Nieto openly stated that he supports legalization of cannabis, both for medical and scientific reasons.
Among his marijuana-related comments, Nieto also stated that he feels the amount of cannabis allowed in Mexico for personal possession should be raised. The president made these comments during an address to the U.N. General Assembly Special Session on Drugs. He stated that he was simply voicing the concerns of many Mexican citizens, who believe that medical patients in the country do not have enough access to medical marijuana. Nieto also explained that the government would act on his proposal during the coming weeks.
“Availability and better access to controlled substances for medical and scientific purposes should be assured, avoiding at the same time its diversion, misuse and trafficking,” explained Nieto in his speech.
This is an extremely relevant issue for Mexico, due to their constant involvement in the War on Drugs. The country has suffered many injuries and casualties due to the cartel and drug smuggling, and Nieto now believes it is in the best interest of the Mexican people to try and put a stop to marijuana trafficking for good through legalization. He explained that internationally joining forces against illegal trafficking, combined with amnesty for consumers, could help put an end to the brutality his country is constantly facing.
“My country is one of the nations that have paid a high price, an excessive price, in terms of tranquility, suffering and human lives,” Nieto stated regarding the War on Drugs.
Currently, Mexico allows consumers to possess small amounts of cannabis, but outlaws the growing of marijuana. The country has also seen some debates recently in the Supreme Court around the legality of growing cannabis, so that people do not have to resort to illegal trafficking to bring the plant to patients and recreational smokers in the state. Hopefully, with the passing of this new law, this emerging industry can move forward in a new country.
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