We are making full use of all available tools to counter the drug problem. The government’s anti-drug program outlines a series of measures that we believe will stop an increase in the number of drug users. Efforts are being made to tackle drug trafficking — in light of our proximity to Afghanistan — and corruption …
From Special Segment on UNGASS
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by Uruguay
Yesterday, we commemorated International Women’s Day. An inclusive debate around the UNGASS calls for a gender approach and the voice of women. Uruguay supports what was mentioned at the last CND in favour of an integrated and balanced approach to drug policy. Ever since we joined the CND as a member, we have promoted a …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by Germany
The UNGASS is a decisive moment in drug policy and provides a much needed opportunity to reflect back on what we have done and decide what we do in the future, particularly in the crucial year of 2019. Germany believes the UNGASS will be a milestone that involves high level involvement from all UN member …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by Saudi Arabia
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 …
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 …