VOICED : Uruguay: festival del cannabis especial

Uruguay is experiencing a significant shift in cannabis policy, becoming the first country to have state-controlled cannabis sales. The government has introduced regulations allowing the sale of cannabis in pharmacies, with specific rules for purchase. This move aims to reduce narcotraffic by legalizing and controlling the cannabis market. The law allows for domestic cultivation, industrial, medicinal, and recreational use. The initiative is seen as an experiment to curb illegal drug trade and improve security.

What event did cannabis consumers in Uruguay celebrate recently?

• The opening of the first cannabis cafe

• The first cannabis harvest

• The global march in favor of the plant

• The legalization of cannabis in pharmacies

What makes Uruguay unique in terms of cannabis regulation?

• It is the first country to allow cannabis cafes

• It is the first country to decriminalize all drugs

• It is the first country where the state controls the cannabis market

• It is the first country to legalize cannabis for medical use

Who is eligible to purchase cannabis in Uruguay under the new regulations?

• Only tourists

• Residents over 18 years old who register

• Anyone over 18 years old

• Anyone with a medical prescription

What is the maximum amount of cannabis a registered individual can purchase monthly in Uruguay?

• 50 grams

• 30 grams

• 40 grams

• 20 grams

What is one of the expected benefits of Uruguay's cannabis regulation?

• Reduction in narcotraffic and crime

• More job opportunities in agriculture

• Increased tourism

• Higher tax revenue