In Sudan as in the rest of the world, their is no simple national solution. There is an important question of information exchange, should it be through Interpol or another similar organisation. In Sudan, we also have the problem of drug abuse including precursors, and we are using law enforcement to tackle trafficking and to …
From Panel Discussions/Roundtables
CND day 1 – Round table on joint responsibility: US delegate statement
International responsibility is the key strategy in tackling drug use. Prescription drug use and marijuana use are specific increasing problems in the US. Drug use must be reduced as a central goal. Demand reduction and supply reduction in Colombia mentioned as a specific success in this approach. In dealing with drug users, a combination of …
CND day 1 – Round table on joint responsibility: India statement
The world of crime including drugs is seamless and border-less. It is the gaps in the control mechanisms that need to be addressed. The world drug problems are numerous and have led to increased flows of illicit money and the principle of joint responsibility will be key in tackling this problem. This strategy should have …
CND day 1 – Round table on joint responsibility: Colombia statement
Principle of responsibility is central to how we deal with global drug problem. It has to be approached in a balanced and practical way, this is why cooperation between countries and international bodies is so important. Colombia is cooperating with 18 countries in the region. We urge that the world drug problem be tackled under …
CND Day 3: EU statement on Drug Demand Reduction
The statement from the European Union (EU) was presented by the delegation of the Czech Republic. The EU is firmly committed to reducing drug demand around the world. The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) report that overall drug use is stablisiing in Europe. It is not increasing and there are some …
Singapore Speaks at HLM
In the early 1990s the drug situation in Singapore was deteriorating and it became critical for Singapore early on to address the drug problem early on. We have taken tough laws with vigorous enforcement efforts. Drug addicts go through compulsory rehabilitation regime to kick their addiction and pick up useful skills. We also disseminate the …