The rapidly emerging Opioid crisis calls for a coordinated, comprehensive and multidisciplinary response. To better address this global challenge, UNODC launched its Opioid Strategy in coordination with the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) and WHO. “INCB is looking primarily at practical approaches to working with industries, we are working closely with the internet industry and the shipping industry, as well as developing new partnerships”, said Matthew Nice, INCB OPIOIDS Project ma

Bangkok authorities, collaborating with the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, arrested a 40-year-old African national named Emmanuel Abbo—wanted under an Interpol warrant for international drug trafficking. The arrest occurred near Pratunam, where officers also seized small amounts of narcotics, a 9 mm pistol, two modified blank guns, ammunition, and drug paraphernalia. Abbo had overstayed a 60-day tourist visa issued in 2016 and denied ownership of the items, though drug testing returned p