Cabinet approves drafting of Medicinal Cannabis legislation

Cabinet approves drafting of Medicinal Cannabis legislation

By Alipate Narawa
Wednesday 18/12/2024

The drafting of the Medicinal Cannabis legislation, which will be undertaken in consultation with the Office of the Solicitor – General and the Ministry of Health and Medical Services has been approved by Cabinet.

Cabinet says with the support of the Australian Government and Market Development Facility, PharmOut, an Australian Company was selected to develop the feasibility study for Nutraceutical and Medicinal Cannabis Industries in Fiji.

They say the feasibility study undertaken by PharmOut has provided a comprehensive report on the following: Economic and Market feasibility and due diligence i.e. relevant laws, regulations and case studies; Operational and Financial viability i.e. logistics, legislation, investment environment; Guidance on legislation and assessment of potential benefits and socio-economic impacts; Strategic analysis; and Risk assessment in terms of illicit use and reputational risks.

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