As of 2021, the legal status of cannabis varies greatly from country to country. Some countries have fully legalized cannabis for both medical and recreational use, while others still maintain strict prohibition laws.

In Canada, cannabis was fully legalized for recreational use in 2018, making it one of the few countries in the world to do so. The Canadian government regulates the production, distribution, and sale of cannabis products through a system of licensed producers.

In the United States, cannabis laws are complex and vary by state. While some states have fully legalized cannabis for both medical and recreational use, others still maintain strict prohibition laws. The federal government classifies cannabis as a Schedule I controlled substance, making it illegal at the national level.

In many European countries, cannabis laws are more lenient compared to North America. Several countries have decriminalized possession of small amounts of cannabis for personal use, while others have legalized medical cannabis or are considering full legalization.

In some countries in Asia and the Middle East, cannabis laws are extremely strict with harsh penalties for possession or trafficking. Countries like Singapore and Malaysia have some of the toughest anti-cannabis laws in the world.

Overall, there is a growing trend towards liberalizing cannabis laws around the world as more research emerges about its potential medical benefits and public opinion shifts towards legalization. However, there are still significant legal barriers to overcome in many countries before cannabis can be fully accepted and regulated like other commodities.