Germany's Cabinet Approves Cannabis Liberalization Plans

The German Cabinet is expected to approve a plan to liberalize the country's cannabis rules, allowing adults to possess up to 25 grams of the drug and grow a maximum of three plants for personal use. The plan also includes the establishment of "cannabis clubs" where members can buy the drug for recreational purposes. The government hopes that legalizing cannabis will combat the black market, protect consumers, and reduce drug-related crime. However, the plan faces opposition from the center-right opposition and German judges, who believe it poses legal and judicial burdens. The government plans to follow this legislation with a second step, testing regulated commercial supply chains in select regions.