Shanghai Opium Conference

The Shanghai Opium Conference, held in 1909, aimed to address the growing global issue of opium addiction and trafficking. Delegates from various countries gathered to discuss the harmful effects of opium and methods for controlling its trade. The conference resulted in a commitment to limit opium production and distribution, reflecting increasing awareness of drug addiction as a public health crisis. This event marked an important step in international drug policy, laying the groundwork for future treaties and cooperation on narcotics regulation. It highlighted the need for global action against substance abuse and its societal impacts.