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Bangkok Post
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Cannabis becoming a turn-off for Phuket tourism

Phuket deputy governor Adul Chuthong (centre) chairs a meeting called to address concerns about cannabis at Phuket city hall on Thursday. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran)

Businesses in Phuket say widespread use of cannabis on the southern tourist island — home to 1,500 weed shops — has started to have a negative impact on tourism in Thailand.

Local officials met with private sector representatives on Thursday, after public complaints about recreational cannabis use in tourist areas such as Patong.

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