Current status of cannabis regulation in Morocco

Cannabis sativa L. is known for its psychotropic properties as well as therapeutic benefits, which have been exploited since ancient times. These are due to molecules synthesized within the plant known as cannabinoids, with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) being responsible for the main effects. These products have significant therapeutic advantages related to relieving nausea and vomiting, as well as stimulating appetite. Recent evidence clearly demonstrates analgesic and antispasmodic effects that will prove clinically significant.
The global regulatory landscape regarding the medical use of cannabis is rapidly evolving, as seen in the case of Morocco, which has given the green light for cannabis use through the adoption of a new law, 13.21, that will regulate the entire production chain by establishing a national regulatory agency. It is within this context that our work is framed, with the primary objective is to providing an overview of the new cannabis regulation in Morocco. This regulatory framework will oversee all operations related to cannabis use, from production to commercialization