Poland fully supports the statement made by Latvia on behalf of the EU, however, we would like to add some words of reflection. We have been witnessing innovative, radical, and controversial approaches. The surge for rational and modern solutions revolves around the national level, leaving the global level behind. The rising pressure of civil society …
2016 UNGASS
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by Turkmenistan
Acknowledging the role of the UN as the main guarantor of security, peace and development in the world, Turkmenistan considers that all states should work together to combat drug trafficking. We are playing an active role to tackle drug trafficking internationally. In 2011, we became a member of CND from 2012-2015, and this proves that …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – Statement by Kazakhstan
For central asian countries that are in an active opiate trafficking area, the situation remains acute. Wild cannabis grows in the southern part of our country. We have a long-term development strategy and targeted programs supported by international collaboration. We’ve created a range of national measures. Government adopted a program for 2012-2016. Strengthening borders and …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by Pakistan
We attach great importance to the efforts of UNODC and CND. We look forward to tangible recommendations of the CND in the lead up to the UNGASS. The scale and expense of the menace [drugs] have huge implications for society around the world. All of this necessitates a collaborative approach. Concerted efforts to eradicate the …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – statement by India
I’m honoured to take the floor in preparation of the UNGASS next year. The political declaration in 2009 was a major milestone in addressing the world drug problem. Member states have tried hard to eliminate the problem by 2019. As the CND meets to prepare for the UNGASS 2016, it is apparent that while much …
UNGASS Special Segment Day 1 – Statement by Nigeria
We thank the Secretariat for the preparations so far, ensuring timely submission of documents for this session. We fully associate with the statements delivered by the G77 and China, as well as the Africa Group. The world drug problem continues to pose a threat to society and individuals, including organised crime, money laundering and terrorism. …