Holy Basil Controversy Heat Turned Down in Thailand
The controversy surrounding holy basil (Gapao) in Thailand shows signs of cooling down following government intervention. Initial concerns raised by certain groups were addressed promptly by authorities, seemingly preventing further escalation of the issue.
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