Opium Convention

The Opium Convention, established in 1912, was an international treaty aimed at controlling and limiting the production, trade, and use of opium and other drugs. It was one of the earliest efforts to address global drug issues by promoting cooperation among countries, regulating narcotics, and preventing illegal trafficking. The convention laid the groundwork for future international drug control efforts and set international standards for the manufacture and distribution of opiates, balancing medical needs with efforts to reduce abuse and addiction worldwide.