Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
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The United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988 is a key international agreement aimed at combating the illegal trade of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This convention builds upon earlier treaties, such as the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs of 1961 and the Convention on Psychotropic Substances of 1971.12
The primary goals of these conventions are to prevent drug trafficking and drug abuse by establishing a comprehensive international control system. The United Nations, through bodies like the Commission on Narcotic Drugs and the Office for Drug Control and Crime Prevention (ODCCP), plays a significant role in coordinating global efforts to control narcotics. These efforts aim to simplify and strengthen existing drug control measures, addressing both traditional and newly developed synthetic drugs.12
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