International Opium Convention

The International Opium Convention, established in 1912, was an agreement among countries aimed at controlling and reducing the global trade and use of opium and similar drugs. It marked the first major effort by nations to regulate illegal drug trafficking internationally, setting standards for drug production, distribution, and consumption. The convention laid the groundwork for future drug control treaties and aimed to address health, social, and criminal issues associated with drug abuse. Its effort was a significant step toward international cooperation in managing the risks posed by narcotics.