At its sixty-ninth session, the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) announced the formation of an Expert Panel composed of 19 specialists to steer recommendations for the forthcoming 2029 global drug policy review. The panel's expertise will provide critical guidance on the future of international efforts to combat drug abuse and trafficking. This initiative underlines the global community’s commitment to improving coordination and effectiveness in drug control. The panel's work will impact governments and security agencies worldwide, influencing policy frameworks that address drug-related health, social, and legal challenges. Strengthening the international drug control system is expected to improve implementation strategies, support... [Continue Reading]