This problem [drugs] is one of the main challenges facing governments. We hope this session will be successful in coming up with useful resolutions that deal with drugs properly. In recent years, changes in global control of drugs have occurred. There is a growing need for more concerted action to overcome the problem. Out of …
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UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – Statement by Argentina
I’d like to refer to the process which is under way to turn back the adverse effect of the current approach to drug policy internationally. We should start to bring about change in our circumstances instead of continually drafting documents. We should call into question our apparent current convictions with regards to the existing drug …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – Statement by Portugal
Portugal fully associates itself with the EU statement from earlier. As we get closer to the 2016 UNGASS, we should use all available scientific evidence to guide discussions and take into account whenever formulating future policies. Portugal has always urged open and inclusive debate. We are keen to listen and speak to others on this …
4th Civil Society Hearing
Heather Haase, Chair of the NYNGOC Two requests: First, the CSTF needs your financial support. If you are serous about meaningful civil society input, now is the time to show it via financial contribution. Second, attend the side events and see what civil society has to say. They have expertise that can guide you in …
Identifying the Key Issues for the UNGASS 2016 Debate
Organized by the Global Commission on Drug Policy and the Governments of Switzerland, Guatemala and the Netherlands. P. van Wulfften Palthe – First priority is a public health approach to drugs. Access to medication is a second priority. Third priority is rethinking criminalization of drug sue. Ruth Dreifuss – We need to analyze what fifty …
Sentencing Reform and Alternatives to Prison
Organized by the Governments of the United States of America, Colombia, Mexico, Trinidad and Tobago and the Organization of American States. Michael Botticelli, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, US Each of our countries has specific challenges, but we all know that incarcerating drug users will not solve the problem. It is …