Panama Legalizes Medical Use of Cannabis

Panama has become the first country in Central America to legalize the use of cannabis for medical purposes. On Thursday, President Laurentino Cortizo signed a law regulating the use of medical cannabis in the country, according to the EFE news agency.

The new law establishes a registry of individuals and businesses authorized to cultivate cannabis for medical use. This move positions Panama as a pioneer in Central America regarding medical cannabis legislation.

Medical Cannabis in Latin America

In Latin America, the use of cannabis or cannabis-based medical products is already permitted in several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Chile, and Jamaica.