INTERNATIONAL LECTURE AT SHINAWATRA UNIVERSITY, THAILAND, AND UWK SURABAYA: ENHANCING GLOBAL LEGAL EDUCATION STANDARDS
By: Guruh Sugeng, M.SE, MH.
Activity Title: Academic Discussions and Benchmarking Sessions
In early February 2025, Universitas Wijaya Kusuma (UWK) Surabaya and Shinawatra University Thailand held an international lecture to strengthen global legal education standards. This event took place on:
- February 1--3, 2025, at Shinawatra University, Thailand
- February 4--5, 2025, at Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Brunei
Law Lectures at Shinawatra University
The international lecture, held at the College of Arts and Science in Pathum Thani, Thailand, explored various aspects of Thai law and its comparison with Indonesian law. Some key topics discussed included:
1. Legalization of Cannabis in Thailand: Legal and Social Implications
Thailand became the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize cannabis for medical and limited recreational use. The legal aspects discussed included:
- Legal and social impacts of cannabis legalization in Thailand
- Government regulations on cannabis use and distribution
- Legal implications for foreign tourists:
- Tourists are not allowed to bring cannabis into or out of Thailand.
- Public consumption of cannabis remains illegal.
- Certain provinces have strict regulations on cannabis, so tourists must be cautious.
Future Policy Outlook
Although Thailand has legalized cannabis to some extent, conservative groups and the new administration are pushing for stricter regulations. Some politicians propose reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic or imposing tighter controls to prevent misuse. Thus, despite being removed from the narcotics list, cannabis use remains closely monitored, primarily for medical and industrial purposes.
2. The Legal System in Thailand and Its Relationship with the Thai Monarchy
