The initiative of the ruling team was followed by the opposition"s sharp criticism regarding the legalization of marijuana cultivation and exporting.

Roman Gotsiridze, a member of the National Movement, states that in the background when the authorities are involved in corruption, the country will not be able to control the domestic market and this will become one of the main sources of drug distribution.

European Georgia also responds to the initiative. According to Giga Bokeria, the ruling team has an inconsistent approach to the issue.