the UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances

The UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances, established in 1971, is an international treaty that regulates the production, distribution, and use of drugs affecting the mind, such as sleeping pills, antidepressants, and certain narcotics. Its goal is to prevent misuse, trafficking, and illegal abuse while ensuring legitimate medical and scientific use. The convention categorizes substances into schedules based on their potential for harm and medicinal value, fostering global cooperation to control these substances and protect public health and safety.