Cannabis Legalization by Region
Africa & the Middle East
only 4 countries in this region have begun marijuana research or passed marijuana Laws. Israel is the most advanced for medical marijuana in this region through their efforts in legislation.
Central & South America and the Caribbean
this part of the world is making big strides in the medical and recreational marijuana markets. for example, Uruguay became the first nation to legalize recreational marijuana in 2013.
North America
all three countries in north america have some level of marijuana research or legislation. Canada passed recreational marijuana laws in 2018.
Southeast Asia & Oceania
medical marijuana progress has been modest in this region, although australia does allow a cannabis export market.
Europe
germany has the largest medical marijuana patient registry although recreational marijuana has not been passed. many of the countries listed have untapped potential in their medical marijuana markets.
