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Medical marijuana legalized in Thailand

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6 years ago

December 26, 2018

Hemp plants are grown in various parts of the world for the medical purposes. And these medicinal plants are not at all harmful for the health. Yet, most of the countries have considered this plant under their Narcotic Act, making it illegal for consumption.

And this is the case with maximum South East Asian countries, where the punishment for drug usage is extremely harsh. Specially in countries like Malaysia, Singapore, etc. the drug traffickers can even be subject to the death penalty.

But so far, most of the countries including Canada and Columbia have legalized marijuana for the medical research purposes or even recreational purposes. But Thailand was still far behind, considering it illegal. On Tuesday, even Thailand modified its Narcotic Act of 1979 along with handling more such bills before New Year, and made Marijuana legal for medical use and research.

This came as a surprise to many, since Thailand is known to have some of the most strict punishments for drug abuse. It is the very first drug legalization in the country.

Earlier, till 1930s, people of Thailand used Marijuana for medical purposes such as relieving pain and fatigue. This was more of a tradition in the country. But the drug was soon made illegal for any use. The legalization in the parliamentary session came as a New Year’s gift to the people of Thailand.

Even though Marijuana is still not made legal for recreational use, but it is still a baby step forward. With time, everyone is hoping that it would become available for recreational purposes as well.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

Published

2 months ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.