Deputy Attorney General of Mexico. We are convinced that this event will lead us to counter the world drug problem and ensure the wealth and well being of society. Mexico is committed to the balanced implementation of supply, demand reduction, internal cooperation, following the principle of shared responsibility. But we must recognise that these efforts …
High Level Segments
High Level Segment – Russian Representative
There is increasing disappointment in keeping track on new drugs. Disappointed by the trend of decriminalisation of the so called ‘soft drugs’. We cannot support that attitude, we need to rebuild trust in states. We need to strengthen the conventions. We need to look at the threats the drug addiction brings to human development. Law …
Civil Society Hearing: concluding remarks
Director, Non Communicable diseases and Mental Health WHO: We feel inspired and encouraged by the involvement of NGOs and civil society. We are pleased to work with other agencies, We have committed ourselves to making UNGASS 2016 happen. Yury Fedotov: This briefing has been a good opportunity for member states and NGOs and scientists to …
Reflections on conclusions of the informal civil society hearing and the scientific consultation
Michael Botticelli, USA National Drug Control Policy. We must root our policies into health. Criminal justice also has a role to play there. Approaches must be comprehensive, including primary prevention, universal and targeted prevention, support services. Hepatitis, HIV and overdoses must also be dealt with. Our efforts must be sustained over time. We make progress …
Presentations of the conclusions of the UN Scientific Consultation
Nora Volkow, USA National Institute on Drug Abuse. There was consensus from a very diverse group of scientists. There is a recognition that there are people who have more risks of becoming addicted because of their genes. Transition from drug use to addiction occurs during adolescence. We also know that some drugs are more addictive …
High Level Segment – Minister of Health, State of Austria.
Enhance tools of multilateral drug policy. Tackle WDP through most suitable means. Expresses support for UNODC. Technical support crucial. Drug phenomenon continues to pose a serious threat to health, safety and wellbeing of humanity. Tackle WDP through holistic approach. Innovative way with realistic goals in mind. Develop comprehensive and integrated approaches to detection and analysis …