Opium Trade Agreement

The Opium Trade Agreement refers to historical treaties and policies that regulated or aimed to control the production, cultivation, and distribution of opium. These agreements often sought to limit illegal trafficking and reduce the negative social impacts of opium abuse, especially during the 19th and early 20th centuries when opium trade was booming between countries like China, Britain, and other Western nations. They involved negotiations to establish legal frameworks, restrictions, and enforcement measures to manage the opium market globally, balancing economic interests with public health concerns.