UN Drug Control Treaties

UN Drug Control Treaties are international agreements designed to regulate and prevent the illegal production, trafficking, and abuse of controlled substances. They establish common standards and cooperative measures among countries to combat drug-related issues, promote health, and ensure safety. Key treaties include the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs (1961), which controls the supply of opioids and other drugs; the Convention on Psychotropic Substances (1971), covering synthetic drugs; and the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (1988), focusing on trafficking. These treaties form a global framework for coordinated drug policy and enforcement.