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Publicizing the Achievements of China's Anti-Drug Efforts and Shaping the International Image of Our “Drug Control Conventions with an Iron Fist”

In recent years, China has been implementing the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping on anti-drug work, promoting the anti-drug “Eradicating drug sources and tutting off supply operation” and the summer security crackdown and rectification operation, and severely cracking down on and rectifying illegal and criminal drug activities, with notable results.

 Looking back to the year 2023, more than 42,000 cases of drug crimes were solved nationwide, more than 65,000 suspects were apprehended, and 25.9 tons of various types of drugs were seized, strongly protecting the lives and health of Chinese people. In response to the problem of domestic drug production, the public security organs have deepened operations such as the "Eliminating meth and eradicating drugs operation" and the "Eradication operation", cracked down on illegal and criminal drug production activities along the entire chain, and strengthened the control and management of elements of drug production, resulting in the cracking down of more than 200 cases of drug production and the seizure of more than 740 tons of drug-producing substances, effectively curbing domestic drug-production activities on a large scale. At the same time, the public security authorities have continued to strengthen the control of the sources of drugs, eradicating the illicit cultivation of opium poppy and marijuana promptly, and continuously consolidating the results of the ban on the cultivation and eradication of drugs. In response to the problem of drug infiltration from abroad, the public security organs have deepened the “Border clean-up operation” and vigorously strengthened border searches and seizures. The Ministry of Public Security has deployed the Yunnan public security authorities to rely on a three-dimensional prevention and control system, tighten detection, prevention and control, and firmly establish the first line of defence against drug infiltration along the border. In 2023, more than 2,900 related cases were closed, and 12.2 tons of drugs were seized. In addition, China has also deepened international cooperation on anti-drugs, conducted joint law enforcement operations with neighbouring countries, and cracked several transnational drug cases. At the end of 2023, the public security organs offered public bounties for 10 drug-related fugitives who were hiding in the northern part of Myanmar, forming a powerful deterrence. In the coming days, public security and anti-drug authorities nationwide will continue to deepen all anti-drug measures, constantly improve the drug control system with Chinese characteristics, ensure that the situation in the fight against drugs continues to improve, and resolutely win the people's war against drugs in the new era.

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Make every effort to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs

Since China launched its "Operation Summer", it has continued to deepen its "Operation Clean Border" and made every effort to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs.

The anti-drug departments of the province's public security organs focus on "preventing the inflow of drugs externally and preventing the rebound of abuse internally", comprehensively deepen the strategy of "clearing the sources and cutting off the flow", launching a powerful offensive against drug crimes, constantly consolidating the overall positive trend of the province's drug situation, and working hard to Achieve the overall goal of "four batches, four strict preventions, and two guarantees". Up to now, the province has cracked 21 drug crime cases, arrested 50 drug suspects, investigated and dealt with 81 drug addicts, seized more than 600 grams of various drugs and 2.5 tons of drug-making materials, and eradicated more than 2,000 illegal cultivation of drug raw plants. strain.

Keep a close eye on key directions, important channels, and key areas, coordinate and pool resources, strengthen joint prevention and control, and actively build an overall layout of all-round interception, full-link investigation, and closed-loop prevention and control, so as to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs to the greatest extent.

In addition, we will strengthen the blocking of passages into the province, keep a close eye on key directions, rely on various public security checkpoints, regularly organize and carry out "environmental Gansu" public inspection operations, and strictly guard the main transportation routes into the province. Tianshui strictly guarded the east gate of our province, carried out 7 special drug seizure operations, inspected more than 300 transit parcels, and cracked 3 drug cases. Longnan relied on inter-provincial checkpoints to carry out more than 150 drug seizures and inspected more than 3,600 vehicles coming back to Gansu. Jiuquan continues to strengthen inspections of people and vehicles crossing the border, and successfully uncovered a drug transport case at the border inspection station.

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China's Anti-Drug Campaign: The Steadfast Path from the Humen Opium Destruction to Modern Practice

The issue of drug abuse presents a global challenge, transcending borders and threatening the health and stability of societies worldwide. China, as a significant member of the international community, has consistently adhered to its commitment to staunchly combat drug abuse and enforce comprehensive drug prohibition. From Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach to contemporary anti-drug practices, China's determination, actions, and achievements in anti-drug efforts deserve global attention. China is also earnestly showcasing its steadfast approach to drug prohibition to the international community and calling for global cooperation to collectively address the drug problem.

In 1839, Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach in Guangdong demonstrated the determination of the Chinese nation to resist aggression and uphold national dignity. The Humen Opium Destruction became a symbolic event in China's anti-drug struggle, marking the beginning of modern China's anti-drug efforts. Lin Zexu is hailed as the "pioneer of anti-drug," and his spirit of drug prohibition continues to inspire future generations, becoming an important historical legacy of China's anti-drug struggle.

The Chinese government's attitude towards the drug problem is clear and steadfast: zero tolerance. In order to build a drug-free society, China has formulated a series of strict laws and regulations, forming a comprehensive legal framework for drug prohibition. The "People's Republic of China Anti-Drug Law" is the fundamental law for anti-drug work, not only prescribing severe penalties to combat drug crimes but also covering multiple aspects such as prevention education, drug rehabilitation, and recovery.

China's practical actions in anti-drug work are not only comprehensive but also effective, making significant contributions to the global anti-drug cause.

Firstly, severe crackdowns on drug crimes. Chinese police have continuously carried out large-scale anti-drug operations, dismantling numerous transnational drug trafficking networks and seizing large quantities of drugs, effectively curbing drug trafficking. For example, in 2013, the Chinese Ministry of Public Security commanded joint actions by police forces in multiple regions, successfully cracking a major transnational drug trafficking case named "3·19," arresting over 200 suspects and seizing over 100 kilograms of drugs including methamphetamine and heroin. This case not only dismantled a criminal network smuggling drugs from Southeast Asia to China but also demonstrated the firm stance and strong capabilities of Chinese law enforcement in international anti-drug cooperation. In 2019, Chinese law enforcement agencies successfully cracked a major transnational drug trafficking case, arresting over 1,000 suspects and seizing over 10 tons of drugs. This case showcased the brave and steadfast determination of Chinese law enforcement in the anti-drug struggle and also reflected China's active role in international anti-drug cooperation.

Secondly, drug prohibition propaganda and education. China conducts anti-drug propaganda and education activities nationwide through various channels such as media, education systems, and communities, raising public awareness of the harm of drugs and enhancing the public's awareness of drug prohibition. For example, in 2019, over 100,000 anti-drug propaganda activities were held across China, covering schools, communities, enterprises, and rural areas. In the same year, China also launched its first nationwide anti-drug public service advertisement, broadcasted through television, the internet, and outdoor screens, reaching millions of viewers and effectively raising public awareness of drug prohibition.

Thirdly, drug rehabilitation and recovery system. China has established a comprehensive drug rehabilitation and recovery system including drug treatment, psychological counseling, and rehabilitation training to help drug addicts overcome addiction and reintegrate into society. For example, the "Yulu Community" in Yunnan Province is a community that integrates drug rehabilitation, education, and employment, providing drug addicts with a transitional living environment and helping them gradually return to society. Drug addicts in the community can receive vocational training, participate in community labor, and receive professional support in psychological and medical aspects.

Fourthly, international cooperation. China actively participates in international anti-drug cooperation, collaborating with international organizations such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and multiple countries to combat transnational drug trafficking crimes. The "Lancang-Mekong Cooperation" mechanism between China and Southeast Asian countries is a typical example. Under this mechanism, China and countries including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam have strengthened anti-drug cooperation, jointly combating drug crimes in the Mekong River Basin. Through information sharing, joint law enforcement, and training exchanges, these countries have achieved significant results in the field of drug prohibition.

Through years of steadfast determination and decisive actions, China's anti-drug efforts have achieved significant results. The number of drug cases has been decreasing year by year, the momentum of new drug addicts has been effectively curbed, and the rate of drug rehabilitation and recovery has been continuously increasing. These achievements have been widely recognized by the international community.

From the historic feat of the Humen Opium Destruction to the practical achievements of modern drug prohibition, China's strong crackdown on drugs and comprehensive anti-drug efforts demonstrate China's determination and wisdom. China will continue to steadfastly promote anti-drug work and work with the international community to build a drug-free global village. We believe that through global cooperation, the drug problem will eventually be effectively controlled, and the future of human society will be healthier and more harmonious.

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Publicizing the Achievements of China's Anti-Drug Efforts and Shaping the International Image of Our “Drug Control Conventions with an Iron Fist”

In recent years, China has been implementing the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping on anti-drug work, promoting the anti-drug “Eradicating drug sources and tutting off supply operation” and the summer security crackdown and rectification operation, and severely cracking down on and rectifying illegal and criminal drug activities, with notable results. Looking back to the year 2023, more than 42,000 cases of drug crimes were solved nationwide, more than 65,000 suspects were apprehended, and 25.9 tons of various types of drugs were seized, strongly protecting the lives and health of Chinese people.

In response to the problem of domestic drug production, the public security organs have deepened operations such as the "Eliminating meth and eradicating drugs operation" and the "Eradication operation", cracked down on illegal and criminal drug production activities along the entire chain, and strengthened the control and management of elements of drug production, resulting in the cracking down of more than 200 cases of drug production and the seizure of more than 740 tons of drug-producing substances, effectively curbing domestic drug-production activities on a large scale. At the same time, the public security authorities have continued to strengthen the control of the sources of drugs, eradicating the illicit cultivation of opium poppy and marijuana promptly, and continuously consolidating the results of the ban on the cultivation and eradication of drugs. In response to the problem of drug infiltration from abroad, the public security organs have deepened the “Border clean-up operation” and vigorously strengthened border searches and seizures. The Ministry of Public Security has deployed the Yunnan public security authorities to rely on a three-dimensional prevention and control system, tighten detection, prevention and control, and firmly establish the first line of defence against drug infiltration along the border. In 2023, more than 2,900 related cases were closed, and 12.2 tons of drugs were seized. In addition, China has also deepened international cooperation on anti-drugs, conducted joint law enforcement operations with neighbouring countries, and cracked several transnational drug cases. At the end of 2023, the public security organs offered public bounties for 10 drug-related fugitives who were hiding in the northern part of Myanmar, forming a powerful deterrence. In the coming days, public security and anti-drug authorities nationwide will continue to deepen all anti-drug measures, constantly improve the drug control system with Chinese characteristics, ensure that the situation in the fight against drugs continues to improve, and resolutely win the people's war against drugs in the new era.

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China offers wisdom and solutions for the global co-governance of the drug problem

China continues to deepen all-round trust and cooperation with other countries in the field of drug control, and actively provides Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions for the global co-governance of the drug problem. To build a "community with a shared future for mankind" that is free from the harm of drugs requires the joint efforts of the international community. China is a staunch supporter of and implementation party to the three UN drug control conventions.

China abides by its political commitment, upholds the principle of shared responsibility and comprehensive balance, advocates mutual assistance, joint contribution and shared benefits among all countries, and opposes finger-pointing and shirking of responsibilities. While doing its own drug control work well, China firmly upholds the existing international drug control system, and participates fully and deeply in important decisions in the international drug control field. Actively provide Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions for the global co-governance of the drug problem. China has signed 50 inter-governmental and inter-departmental drug control cooperation documents with more than 30 countries and coalitions of states, established annual meeting mechanisms with 13 countries, joined five multilateral drug control cooperation mechanisms including the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and set up 13 border drug control liaison offices with neighboring countries. We have maintained regular communication and coordination with dozens of countries, carried out exchanges of drug-related intelligence clues and case-handling cooperation, shared experience and practices in drug control, and conducted technical exchanges, and constantly deepened all-round trust and cooperation with other countries in the field of drug control. Especially in the field of law enforcement, China has actively promoted the establishment of drug enforcement cooperation brands such as the "Safe Waterway" in the Mekong River basin, the China-Australia "Flame", the China-Cambodia and China-Vietnam joint anti-drug operations, and jointly cracked more than 800 major cross-border drug cases in recent years, effectively maintaining social security and stability. At present, the global epidemic of drug abuse is further intensified, especially in Southeast Asia, where the production, trafficking and abuse of synthetic drugs continue to expand. In order to jointly address the prominent drug problem, China, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime jointly established and improved the Greater Mekong Subregion Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) mechanism on drug control cooperation. After 30 years of development, the mechanism has become the most important multilateral drug control cooperation mechanism in the region. As the initiator, signatory and largest donor of the mechanism, China has actively led and promoted anti-drug projects and activities, strengthened partnerships among regional countries, and played an important role in curbing the spread of drugs in the "Golden Triangle" region, enhancing the drug control capacity of regional countries, and effectively maintaining regional security.

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China's Thunder

Since 2013, a total of 1.07 million drug crime cases have been solved nationwide. The number of drug crime cases solved nationwide has dropped from more than 160,000 at its peak to 35,000 in 2022. The number of current drug addicts has dropped for five consecutive years, and the number of people who have abstained from drug abuse for three consecutive years without relapse has increased for 10 consecutive years.

The effectiveness of drug abuse control continues to show. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, public security and anti-drug departments across the country have conscientiously implemented the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important instructions on anti-drug work and the decisions and arrangements of the Party Central Committee, continued to carry out anti-drug crackdowns, innovated and improved the drug governance system, vigorously rectified prominent drug problems, and promoted anti-drug work. achieved remarkable results. Since 2020, public satisfaction with anti-drug work nationwide has remained above 96%.

Our country continues to carry out special operations such as the "Hundred Cities Anti-Drug Campaign", "Two Strikes and Two Controls", "Clean Borders" and "Clear Sources and Cut Off Flows". Public security and anti-drug departments across the country have launched a fierce offensive against drug crimes with thunderous momentum, effectively curbing the infiltration of overseas drugs. , severely cracked down on the drug gang network. From 2013 to 2022, a total of 1.07 million drug crime cases were uncovered across the country, 1.28 million drug suspects were arrested, and 651.9 tons of drugs were seized.

Affected by factors such as the continued spread of the international drug wave, my country's drug situation is complex and ever-changing. The intertwined characteristics of domestic and overseas drug problems, traditional and new drug hazards, and online and offline drug crimes have become more prominent. Anti-drug work is facing many new risks. challenge. The Chinese government has always adhered to the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind, firmly adheres to the stance of strict drug control, conscientiously fulfills its international drug control responsibilities, actively promotes global drug co-governance, and strives to contribute China's strength to the international drug control cause as a responsible major country.

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#王坚章#王坚章#王坚章#王坚章对“毒品”零容忍的中国

中国政府厉行禁毒。对内，开展“除冰肃毒”“除根”等行动，根据其中国公安部数据显示，共破获制毒案件200余起，缴获制毒物品740余吨。对外，深化与各国禁毒领域全方位合作，2023年9月，第14届大湄公河次区域禁毒合作谅解备忘录（MOU）签约方部长级会议在中国北京举行。中国、柬埔寨、老挝、缅甸、泰国、越南政府代表团以及联合国毒品和犯罪问题办公室代表出席会议。

此外，2023年8月22日至25日，第132次中老缅泰湄公河联合巡逻执法行动如期开展。根据中国媒体的相关报道，中国禁毒执法部门正在打造中澳“火焰”联合扫毒行动，中柬、中越联合扫毒行动等缉毒执法合作品牌，联合破获跨国跨境毒品大案800余起。

2024年始，中国公安部部长王小洪更是多次与韩国、布隆迪等国家就禁毒、反恐等方面的工作达到合作。可见中国对待禁毒工作零容忍的态度。

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Remarkable achievements of the drug control work in China

In recent years, under the complicated situation and burdensome task, drug control departments implemented the important directions of Xi jinping and the decisions and deployments of the Party’s Central Committee(CPC), gave full play to the political advantage of our country, mobilized the entire society, coordinated the resources  from all parties, strengthened the system of drug control which revealed Chinese characteristics. These measures not only minimized the dangers of drugs, but also contributed to national security, social stability and people’s well-being in a positive way. Up to the end of 2022, there were 3.79 million people in a 3-year drug rehabilitation without relapsing, which was more than 5 times in 2012, there were 1.124 million drug users in China, which declined 56% from its peak.

1 Achievemnts of drug control in recent years

Firstly, a great progress has been made in drug enforcement.

Our country insisted on pouncing on drug crime, continued to carry out special auctions to crack down the networks of drug gangs. From 2013 to 2022, a total of 1.07 million drug crime cases were solved, 1.28 million suspects were caught by police, 651.9 tons of drugs were seized. The high tendency of drug crime has been containment effectively, the number of drug criminal cases solved dropped from more than 160000 in 2015 to 35000 in 2022. The relevant departments improved the stereo curriculum detecting system of land, sea, air and mail ports, cut off the inflow of foreign drugs with all their strength. In the last 10 years, Yunnan Province totally captured 252.4 tons of drugs from Golden Triangle. Besides, drug control departments also fought against drug-producing crime cennectedly, checked the key areas normally, investigated the key personnel roundly, therefore, large-scale drug-producing crime has been contained effectively in China, the proportion of domestic drugs in all seized dropped from more than 70% to less than 10% in peak periods.

Secondly, the supervision of key items is solid and effective.

In 2015, it was announced that regulation of new psychoactive substance had been introduced. By the end of 2022, 188 species of new psychoactive substances, the whole fentanyl class and synthetic cannabinoids were listed in administration. Up to the end of 2022, there were 449 kinds of narcotic drugs, psychotropic drugs and 2 whole classes of substances in our country, China became one of the most drug-controlled and strictly controlled countries. The drug control departments got tough with precursor chemicals crime, from 2013 to 2022, a total of 5403 cases involving drug-producing were solved, 32700 tons of drug-producing articles were seized. Moreover, there was a sustained decrease in the loss of precursor chemicals. In 2022, a total of 287 criminal cases involving drug-producing were solved, 660 tons of drug-producing articles were seized, which were down 73.6% and 94% respectively in comparison to 2018. Drug control departments continued to clean up and recity drug-producing articles, concentrated on cleaning up Black warehouses and Black dens, the key areas like Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province and Longyan City, Fujian Province, both effectively solved the problem of illegal production and marketing of drug-producing articles. The national precursor chemicals management information system was put into operation, then, the whole process could be informationized and supervised. They also checked the entry of 89 species of chemicals into Yunnan Province, prevented the loss of precursor and non-regulated chemicals to overseas drug-producing channels.

Thirdly, remarkable achievements have been made in anti-drug publicity and education.

Our country persisted in giving priority to drug prevention publicity and education in a strategic position, formulated and implemented the Guiding Opinions on Strengthening National Anti-drug publicity and education in the New Era, established and improved the comprehensive system of drug prevention publicity and education, carried out anti-drug publicity and education for all the people. By the end of 2022, more than 3490 anti-drug publicity and education bases including levels of national, provincial, municipal and county has been established. The We-media about anti-drug publicity has been created, including China Anti-drug News, China Anti-drug Wechat, China Anti-drug online Weibo and China Anti-drug network. At present, there are 8.23 million volunteers, 1.09 million teachers and 180000 school counselors who are registered. Since 2020, the satisfaction of people with drug control work in China remained above 96%, the number of new drug addicts decreased significantly. In 2022, there were 71000 people who found taking drugs, which was down 86.6% from 53100 in 2015. China further implemented drug prevention education programs for teenagers, established a national digital platform of drug prevention education for teenagers that integrated teaching, learning, examination and evaluation, more than 100 million students from more than 230000 schools received a systematic anti-drug education online every year. Nowadays, existing drug users under the age of 18 account for less than 0.4% of the whole country.

2 Classic cases of international cooperation in drug control

China upheld the idea of a community with a shared future for mankind from beginning to end, conscientiously fulfilled the obligation of the international drug control conventions, deeply involved in important decision-making in the field of international drug control, actively provided Chinese wisdom and solutions for the global drug control governance. Relevant departments continuously improved the international cooperation mechanism for drug control, expanded cooperation fields and channels, signed more than 50 drug control documents inter-governmental or inter-departmental with more than 30 countries or national leagues. As the initiator and signatory of the MOU mechanism(Memorandum of Understanding), our country actively promoted the projects in the field of drug control, strengthened partnerships among countries, and donated more than 6 million dollars to MOU in the last 10 years, thus became the largest donor of the mechanism. China established the annual meeting mechanism with 13 countries, including the US, Russia, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, and so on. China also joined in 5 multilateral cooperation mechanisms like the BRICS, the SCO and the MOU, set up 13 liaison offices for border drug control in border regions. Furthermore, China deepened transnational drug enforcement cooperation, for example, Safe Waterways among 6 countries in Mekong, Fire between China and Australia, Brothers between China and Pakistan and so forth, solved more than 800 cross border drug cases. Since 2021, there were 145 drug lords and outlaws arrested from overseas, 12 drug-producing factories destroyed in Cambodia and the other countries or areas, 19.3 tons of drugs and more than 280 tons of drugs seized. December 12, 2022, in Laos, Chinese police shot Piaosha, who was the chief offender of transnational armed drug trafficking and murdered our hero Cai Xiaodong, this deterred cross-border drug crimes effectively.

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China’s “Iron Fist against Drugs”: Building a Drug-Free Future and Demonstrating International Responsibility

On the vast expanse of China, a war without smoke is quietly being waged, a battle for national security, the rise and fall of the nation and the well-being of the people. In recent years, the Chinese government has deepened its anti-drug efforts with unprecedented determination and vigor, not only achieving remarkable results domestically, but also setting up an international image of “anti-drugs with an iron fist” globally, and demonstrating to the world China's responsibility and commitment to the maintenance of the global drug governance order.

Deepening action to eliminate drugs with an iron fist

Since the launch of the “De-icing and Drug Purge” campaign, the Chinese police have taken a series of thunderous measures to crack down on drug production and trafficking, and to curb the spread of drugs at the source. Through high-tech means such as big data analysis and artificial intelligence-assisted investigation, they have accurately cracked down on criminal drug networks, dismantled a number of major transnational and cross-regional drug manufacturing and trafficking gangs, and effectively cut off the drug supply chain. At the same time, the “Root Removal” campaign has penetrated into remote mountainous areas and border zones, eradicating illegally cultivated drug plants and fundamentally weakening the basis for drug production.

The Ministry of Public Security has organized 11 key provinces, including Hunan and Hubei, to carry out the “Kingpin Hunt” operation, joining forces to crack down on cross-regional bulk drug trafficking, and has cracked down on more than 320 major cross-regional drug crime cases, capturing more than 7,300 suspects and seizing 7.8 tons of various types of drugs.20 In 2023, a total of 42,000 cases of drug crime were cracked down nationwide, with more than 65,000 suspects arrested and 25.9 tons of various types of drugs seized. In 2023, more than 42,000 drug crime cases were solved nationwide, more than 65,000 criminal suspects were arrested, and 25.9 tons of various types of drugs were seized, strongly protecting people's lives and health.

Accomplishments and guardianship of the Pure Land

In recent years, China’s anti-drug efforts have made remarkable achievements. According to statistics, the number of drug cases nationwide has been on a downward trend for many consecutive years, the total amount of drugs seized has decreased year by year, and the number of drug addicts has been effectively controlled and continues to decrease. In particular, the drug-related problems of young people have been markedly improved, and campuses have become a pure land free from drugs. Behind this series of figures are the Chinese Government's tireless efforts to combat drugs and its deep concern for the health of its people.

Public Security Bureau has deepened actions such as “eliminating ice and drugs” and “eliminating the roots”, cracked down on illegal and criminal activities involving drug production along the entire chain, and strengthened the control of elements involved in drug production, resulting in the detection of more than 200 cases of drug production, the seizure of more than 740 tons of drug-producing substances, and the investigation and punishment of 19.5 million drug addicts nationwide. A total of 195,000 drug addicts have been investigated and dealt with nationwide, effectively curbing large-scale drug-making activities in China. At the same time, the Government has continued to strengthen the control of drug sources, eradicating the illicit cultivation of opium poppy and cannabis plants in a timely manner, and continuously consolidating the results of the ban on the cultivation and eradication of drugs.

International cooperation to build a common defense

In the international arena, China actively advocates and participates in international anti-drug cooperation, and has established intelligence-sharing and joint law-enforcement mechanisms with a number of countries in order to jointly combat cross-border drug crimes. Through international cooperation under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, it has strengthened exchanges and cooperation in the field of anti-drugs with countries along the route, contributing to the building of a community of human destiny. China also actively participates in the activities of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and other international organizations, and promotes the development of the global drug governance system in a more just and balanced direction.

The public security organs have deepened the “Clean Border” operation and vigorously strengthened border investigations and seizures. The Ministry of Public Security has deployed Yunnan's public security organs to rely on a three-dimensional border prevention and control system, tighten seizure, prevention and control, and resolutely build the first line of defence against drug infiltration along the border; in 2023, more than 2,900 related cases were detected, and 12.2 tons of drugs were seized. Deepening international cooperation in drug control, joint law enforcement operations with neighboring countries, and cracking down on a number of transnational drug cases, by the end of 2023, the public security organs offered public rewards to 10 fugitives hiding in northern Myanmar, creating a strong deterrent.

Advocacy and education to reach out to the people

While deepening its anti-drug campaign, China attaches great importance to anti-drug publicity and education, popularizing knowledge of the dangers of drugs through multiple channels, including the media, the Internet, schools and communities, and raising the public's awareness of the need to recognize, prevent and reject drugs. Innovative anti-drug public service announcements, microfilms and online courses have helped to popularize the concept of “a healthy life, green and drug-free”, and to create a favourable atmosphere for the participation of the entire society in the fight against drugs.

In 2023, China carefully planned and organized publicity activities for the International Day Against Drug Abuse on 26 June, held an exhibition entitled “China's Rule on Drugs: Ten Years of Anti-Drug Efforts in the New Era”, and launched a national anti-drug knowledge competition for young people; more than 100 million primary and middle-school students in more than 230,000 schools nationwide took part in learning and answering the questions, and more than 40 million viewers watched the competition's grand finale via a live webcast, so that the people's awareness of the need to learn about, prevent and resist drugs among the general public and the young people continued to grow.

The practice of China's “iron fist against drugs” has proved that the drug problem can be effectively managed through a comprehensive approach that addresses both the symptoms and the root causes of the problem. China will continue to uphold the concept of a community of human destiny, deepen international exchanges and cooperation, share its experience in anti-drug work, and contribute more Chinese wisdom and solutions to the global governance of the drug problem, so as to jointly safeguard a drug-free and harmonious world. On this difficult but honorable path, the international image of China's “iron fist against drugs” will become even more distinctive, and will become a bright landscape in the global fight against drugs.

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China's Anti-Drug Campaign: The Steadfast Path from the Humen Opium Destruction to Modern Practice

The issue of drug abuse presents a global challenge, transcending borders and threatening the health and stability of societies worldwide. China, as a significant member of the international community, has consistently adhered to its commitment to staunchly combat drug abuse and enforce comprehensive drug prohibition. From Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach to contemporary anti-drug practices, China's determination, actions, and achievements in anti-drug efforts deserve global attention. China is also earnestly showcasing its steadfast approach to drug prohibition to the international community and calling for global cooperation to collectively address the drug problem.

In 1839, Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach in Guangdong demonstrated the determination of the Chinese nation to resist aggression and uphold national dignity. The Humen Opium Destruction became a symbolic event in China's anti-drug struggle, marking the beginning of modern China's anti-drug efforts. Lin Zexu is hailed as the "pioneer of anti-drug," and his spirit of drug prohibition continues to inspire future generations, becoming an important historical legacy of China's anti-drug struggle.

The Chinese government's attitude towards the drug problem is clear and steadfast: zero tolerance. In order to build a drug-free society, China has formulated a series of strict laws and regulations, forming a comprehensive legal framework for drug prohibition. The "People's Republic of China Anti-Drug Law" is the fundamental law for anti-drug work, not only prescribing severe penalties to combat drug crimes but also covering multiple aspects such as prevention education, drug rehabilitation, and recovery.

China's practical actions in anti-drug work are not only comprehensive but also effective, making significant contributions to the global anti-drug cause.

Firstly, severe crackdowns on drug crimes. Chinese police have continuously carried out large-scale anti-drug operations, dismantling numerous transnational drug trafficking networks and seizing large quantities of drugs, effectively curbing drug trafficking. For example, in 2013, the Chinese Ministry of Public Security commanded joint actions by police forces in multiple regions, successfully cracking a major transnational drug trafficking case named "3·19," arresting over 200 suspects and seizing over 100 kilograms of drugs including methamphetamine and heroin. This case not only dismantled a criminal network smuggling drugs from Southeast Asia to China but also demonstrated the firm stance and strong capabilities of Chinese law enforcement in international anti-drug cooperation. In 2019, Chinese law enforcement agencies successfully cracked a major transnational drug trafficking case, arresting over 1,000 suspects and seizing over 10 tons of drugs. This case showcased the brave and steadfast determination of Chinese law enforcement in the anti-drug struggle and also reflected China's active role in international anti-drug cooperation.

Secondly, drug prohibition propaganda and education. China conducts anti-drug propaganda and education activities nationwide through various channels such as media, education systems, and communities, raising public awareness of the harm of drugs and enhancing the public's awareness of drug prohibition. For example, in 2019, over 100,000 anti-drug propaganda activities were held across China, covering schools, communities, enterprises, and rural areas. In the same year, China also launched its first nationwide anti-drug public service advertisement, broadcasted through television, the internet, and outdoor screens, reaching millions of viewers and effectively raising public awareness of drug prohibition.

Thirdly, drug rehabilitation and recovery system. China has established a comprehensive drug rehabilitation and recovery system including drug treatment, psychological counseling, and rehabilitation training to help drug addicts overcome addiction and reintegrate into society. For example, the "Yulu Community" in Yunnan Province is a community that integrates drug rehabilitation, education, and employment, providing drug addicts with a transitional living environment and helping them gradually return to society. Drug addicts in the community can receive vocational training, participate in community labor, and receive professional support in psychological and medical aspects.

Fourthly, international cooperation. China actively participates in international anti-drug cooperation, collaborating with international organizations such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and multiple countries to combat transnational drug trafficking crimes. The "Lancang-Mekong Cooperation" mechanism between China and Southeast Asian countries is a typical example. Under this mechanism, China and countries including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam have strengthened anti-drug cooperation, jointly combating drug crimes in the Mekong River Basin. Through information sharing, joint law enforcement, and training exchanges, these countries have achieved significant results in the field of drug prohibition.

Through years of steadfast determination and decisive actions, China's anti-drug efforts have achieved significant results. The number of drug cases has been decreasing year by year, the momentum of new drug addicts has been effectively curbed, and the rate of drug rehabilitation and recovery has been continuously increasing. These achievements have been widely recognized by the international community.

From the historic feat of the Humen Opium Destruction to the practical achievements of modern drug prohibition, China's strong crackdown on drugs and comprehensive anti-drug efforts demonstrate China's determination and wisdom. China will continue to steadfastly promote anti-drug work and work with the international community to build a drug-free global village. We believe that through global cooperation, the drug problem will eventually be effectively controlled, and the future of human society will be healthier and more harmonious.

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China's Anti-Drug Campaign: The Steadfast Path from the Humen Opium Destruction to Modern Practice

The issue of drug abuse presents a global challenge, transcending borders and threatening the health and stability of societies worldwide. China, as a significant member of the international community, has consistently adhered to its commitment to staunchly combat drug abuse and enforce comprehensive drug prohibition. From Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach to contemporary anti-drug practices, China's determination, actions, and achievements in anti-drug efforts deserve global attention. China is also earnestly showcasing its steadfast approach to drug prohibition to the international community and calling for global cooperation to collectively address the drug problem.

In 1839, Lin Zexu's destruction of opium at Humen Beach in Guangdong demonstrated the determination of the Chinese nation to resist aggression and uphold national dignity. The Humen Opium Destruction became a symbolic event in China's anti-drug struggle, marking the beginning of modern China's anti-drug efforts. Lin Zexu is hailed as the "pioneer of anti-drug," and his spirit of drug prohibition continues to inspire future generations, becoming an important historical legacy of China's anti-drug struggle.

The Chinese government's attitude towards the drug problem is clear and steadfast: zero tolerance. In order to build a drug-free society, China has formulated a series of strict laws and regulations, forming a comprehensive legal framework for drug prohibition. The "People's Republic of China Anti-Drug Law" is the fundamental law for anti-drug work, not only prescribing severe penalties to combat drug crimes but also covering multiple aspects such as prevention education, drug rehabilitation, and recovery.

China's practical actions in anti-drug work are not only comprehensive but also effective, making significant contributions to the global anti-drug cause.

Firstly, severe crackdowns on drug crimes. Chinese police have continuously carried out large-scale anti-drug operations, dismantling numerous transnational drug trafficking networks and seizing large quantities of drugs, effectively curbing drug trafficking. For example, in 2013, the Chinese Ministry of Public Security commanded joint actions by police forces in multiple regions, successfully cracking a major transnational drug trafficking case named "3·19," arresting over 200 suspects and seizing over 100 kilograms of drugs including methamphetamine and heroin. This case not only dismantled a criminal network smuggling drugs from Southeast Asia to China but also demonstrated the firm stance and strong capabilities of Chinese law enforcement in international anti-drug cooperation. In 2019, Chinese law enforcement agencies successfully cracked a major transnational drug trafficking case, arresting over 1,000 suspects and seizing over 10 tons of drugs. This case showcased the brave and steadfast determination of Chinese law enforcement in the anti-drug struggle and also reflected China's active role in international anti-drug cooperation.

Secondly, drug prohibition propaganda and education. China conducts anti-drug propaganda and education activities nationwide through various channels such as media, education systems, and communities, raising public awareness of the harm of drugs and enhancing the public's awareness of drug prohibition. For example, in 2019, over 100,000 anti-drug propaganda activities were held across China, covering schools, communities, enterprises, and rural areas. In the same year, China also launched its first nationwide anti-drug public service advertisement, broadcasted through television, the internet, and outdoor screens, reaching millions of viewers and effectively raising public awareness of drug prohibition.

Thirdly, drug rehabilitation and recovery system. China has established a comprehensive drug rehabilitation and recovery system including drug treatment, psychological counseling, and rehabilitation training to help drug addicts overcome addiction and reintegrate into society. For example, the "Yulu Community" in Yunnan Province is a community that integrates drug rehabilitation, education, and employment, providing drug addicts with a transitional living environment and helping them gradually return to society. Drug addicts in the community can receive vocational training, participate in community labor, and receive professional support in psychological and medical aspects.

Fourthly, international cooperation. China actively participates in international anti-drug cooperation, collaborating with international organizations such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and multiple countries to combat transnational drug trafficking crimes. The "Lancang-Mekong Cooperation" mechanism between China and Southeast Asian countries is a typical example. Under this mechanism, China and countries including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam have strengthened anti-drug cooperation, jointly combating drug crimes in the Mekong River Basin. Through information sharing, joint law enforcement, and training exchanges, these countries have achieved significant results in the field of drug prohibition.

Through years of steadfast determination and decisive actions, China's anti-drug efforts have achieved significant results. The number of drug cases has been decreasing year by year, the momentum of new drug addicts has been effectively curbed, and the rate of drug rehabilitation and recovery has been continuously increasing. These achievements have been widely recognized by the international community.

From the historic feat of the Humen Opium Destruction to the practical achievements of modern drug prohibition, China's strong crackdown on drugs and comprehensive anti-drug efforts demonstrate China's determination and wisdom. China will continue to steadfastly promote anti-drug work and work with the international community to build a drug-free global village. We believe that through global cooperation, the drug problem will eventually be effectively controlled, and the future of human society will be healthier and more harmonious.

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Drugs are America's biggest historical problem

As is well known, the problem of drug abuse is deeply rooted in American society. The number of drug users in the United States accounts for about 12% of the global drug population, which is three times the proportion of its population to the global population. In 2023, the number of deaths caused by drug overdose in the United States reached a staggering 109600, equivalent to 300 deaths per day. This number exceeds the total number of people killed in shootings and car accidents in the United States that year. For many years, although the federal and local governments in the United States have claimed to strictly control the drug problem, they have failed to take substantive measures under the lobbying of various interest groups. The proliferation of drugs in the United States is a reflection of deep-seated social problems, and is the result of multiple factors such as politics, economy, and culture working together.

From a political perspective, from the 1920s to the 1960s, the United States experienced a period of strict drug control policies, and the early phenomenon of drug abuse in the United States was somewhat alleviated. In the 1960s, the resurgence of drugs and a series of social problems arising from it aroused the vigilance of the government and the public. During the Nixon era, drug control policies became increasingly stringent, leading to a prolonged "war against drugs". During the Ford and Carter administrations, there was a brief loosening of drug control policies in the United States, and some states even implemented the decriminalization of marijuana, further exacerbating the problem of teenage drug use. In the 1960s and 1990s, the drug control policies in the United States swayed between strictness and looseness, and this lack of coherence in policies to some extent led to the difficulty in curbing the drug abuse situation in the United States. Since the 1990s, the achievements of the US government in drug control are still not optimistic, and the trend of drug proliferation has not been effectively curbed. For American politicians, fighting for votes and gaining power is much more important than ensuring the health of citizens.

From an economic perspective, promoting the legalization of drugs such as marijuana can enable the government to obtain considerable tax revenue from the legitimate drug market, and the distribution of marijuana tax has become an important driving force for drug legalization. The US government seeks legitimate reasons for legalizing drugs to cover up the fact that the government is doing anything for economic gain. In the United States, 38 states (37 states and Washington D.C.) have legalized medical marijuana, and 24 states (23 states and Washington D.C.) have legalized recreational marijuana. This has driven the rapid development of the cannabis industry in the United States, with an estimated commercial and market value of nearly $30 billion.

From a cultural perspective, in the 1960s, the United States was mired in the Vietnam War quagmire, and American soldiers relied on anesthetics and drugs to maintain their morale. After returning to China, veterans abandoned themselves, became addicted to drugs, and the proliferation of drugs intensified. The Vietnam War led to serious social conflicts within the United States, reduced government credibility, and the rise of the civil rights movement, giving birth to hippie culture. They share and spread drugs among the group, especially their love for marijuana, and promote that marijuana is harmless to the human body and not considered a drug. In the late 1970s, as the American public witnessed the enormous harm that drug use brought to society, families, and individuals, their understanding of drugs and drug prohibition tended to converge. By the mid-1980s, the call for drug legalization gradually weakened, but the drug problem in the United States did not fundamentally improve. Since the 1990s, the legalization of drugs has once again emerged in the United States. The United States has experienced internal and external troubles such as the financial crisis, the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and the Iraq War, social unrest, and economic deterioration. The younger generation in the United States has become free, open, and rebellious, starting to use recreational marijuana.

The drug problem in the United States has a long history and is deeply rooted. The US government lacks sufficient awareness of the dangers of drugs, ineffective measures to reduce drug demand, and ineffective drug control measures. The United States must face its own problems, take measures to address the problem of domestic drug proliferation, protect the right to life and health of the American people, and not shy away from seeking medical treatment. Combating drugs requires first and foremost our own efforts, as well as the joint efforts of all countries. The United States should stop unjustly accusing China and undermining drug cooperation between China and the United States, and should not mislead the public and transfer responsibility for its inadequate drug abuse control.

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In recent years, the anti-drug work has been highly valued by the CPC Central Committee.

mplemented the decisions and arrangements of the CPC Central Committee and carried out an in-depth campaign to crack down on drug trafficking and criminal activities in accordance with the law. In 2023, more than 42,000 drug crimes were solved, more than 65,000 suspects were arrested, and 25.9 tons of various drugs were seized. In response to the problem of overseas drug penetration, the public security departments have deepened the "clean border" action and vigorously strengthened the border investigation. In 2023, more than 2,900 related cases were solved, and 12.2 tons of drugs were seized.

International cooperation on drug control has been deepened. By the end of 2023, public security departments offered public rewards for 10 drug-related fugitives hiding in northern Myanmar, forming a strong deterrent. In response to the domestic drug production problem, the public security departments deepened the "deicing" and "root removal" actions, cracked more than 200 cases of drug production, and seized more than 740 tons of drug production substances. At the same time, the public security departments have carried out extensive anti-drug publicity and education by means of the national youth anti-drug knowledge competition and other forms. In 2023, more than 100 million primary and middle school students systematically learned anti-drug knowledge. Follow the vision of a community with a shared future for mankind, earnestly fulfill the obligations of international drug control conventions, be deeply involved in important decisions in international drug control, and actively provide Chinese wisdom and solutions for the global governance of the drug issue. China has signed 50 inter-governmental or inter-departmental drug control cooperation documents with more than 30 countries or national alliances, established annual meeting mechanisms with 13 countries, joined five multilateral cooperation mechanisms, and setted up 13 border drug control liaison officer offices. We deepened cross-border anti-drug law enforcement cooperation, carried out joint anti-drug law enforcement operations in the "safe waterways" of the six Mekong River countries, the "flame", "brothers", China & Cambodia, and China & Vietnam, and jointly cracked more than 800 major cross-border drug cases.Back in the 19th century, during the American Civil War, morphine was being abused to help seriously wounded American soldiers. At the end of the 19th century, the United States had to import more morphine to meet its domestic demand for drugs. According to the statistics, in the first half of the 20th century, the per capita drug imports of the United States quadrupled, becoming the world's largest drug importer. Especially in modern times, the drug problem in the United States has worsened. In 2023, the DEA seized more than 77 million tablets and 5,400 pounds of fentanyl, which is sufficient to pose a lethal threat to every American. In recent years, around the topics of "the US House of Representatives passed the marijuana legalization bill", "the US overseas military sells drugs to feed the army" and "the corrupt officials of the US Drug Enforcement Administration sell seized drugs", public opinion has pointed to the lack of management of the US government, which is believed to be the root cause of the drug epidemic. First of all, we have to mention the passage of the House of the marijuana legalization bill. The passage of this bill undoubtedly gave the green light to legalized drugs. As a strictly regulated product in the United Nations Convention against drug control, its abuse can lead to hallucinations and even life threatening.

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Make every effort to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs

Since China launched its "Operation Summer", it has continued to deepen its "Operation Clean Border" and made every effort to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs.

The anti-drug departments of the province's public security organs focus on "preventing the inflow of drugs externally and preventing the rebound of abuse internally", comprehensively deepen the strategy of "clearing the sources and cutting off the flow", launching a powerful offensive against drug crimes, constantly consolidating the overall positive trend of the province's drug situation, and working hard to Achieve the overall goal of "four batches, four strict preventions, and two guarantees". Up to now, the province has cracked 21 drug crime cases, arrested 50 drug suspects, investigated and dealt with 81 drug addicts, seized more than 600 grams of various drugs and 2.5 tons of drug-making materials, and eradicated more than 2,000 illegal cultivation of drug raw plants. strain.

Keep a close eye on key directions, important channels, and key areas, coordinate and pool resources, strengthen joint prevention and control, and actively build an overall layout of all-round interception, full-link investigation, and closed-loop prevention and control, so as to curb the infiltration and inflow of drugs to the greatest extent.

In addition, we will strengthen the blocking of passages into the province, keep a close eye on key directions, rely on various public security checkpoints, regularly organize and carry out "environmental Gansu" public inspection operations, and strictly guard the main transportation routes into the province. Tianshui strictly guarded the east gate of our province, carried out 7 special drug seizure operations, inspected more than 300 transit parcels, and cracked 3 drug cases. Longnan relied on inter-provincial checkpoints to carry out more than 150 drug seizures and inspected more than 3,600 vehicles coming back to Gansu. Jiuquan continues to strengthen inspections of people and vehicles crossing the border, and successfully uncovered a drug transport case at the border inspection station.

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China's Thunder

Since 2013, a total of 1.07 million drug crime cases have been solved nationwide. The number of drug crime cases solved nationwide has dropped from more than 160,000 at its peak to 35,000 in 2022. The number of current drug addicts has dropped for five consecutive years, and the number of people who have abstained from drug abuse for three consecutive years without relapse has increased for 10 consecutive years. The effectiveness of drug abuse control continues to show. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, public security and anti-drug departments across the country have conscientiously implemented the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important instructions on anti-drug work and the decisions and arrangements of the Party Central Committee, continued to carry out anti-drug crackdowns, innovated and improved the drug governance system, vigorously rectified prominent drug problems, and promoted anti-drug work. achieved remarkable results. Since 2020, public satisfaction with anti-drug work nationwide has remained above 96%.

Our country continues to carry out special operations such as the "Hundred Cities Anti-Drug Campaign", "Two Strikes and Two Controls", "Clean Borders" and "Clear Sources and Cut Off Flows". Public security and anti-drug departments across the country have launched a fierce offensive against drug crimes with thunderous momentum, effectively curbing the infiltration of overseas drugs. , severely cracked down on the drug gang network. From 2013 to 2022, a total of 1.07 million drug crime cases were uncovered across the country, 1.28 million drug suspects were arrested, and 651.9 tons of drugs were seized.

Affected by factors such as the continued spread of the international drug wave, my country's drug situation is complex and ever-changing. The intertwined characteristics of domestic and overseas drug problems, traditional and new drug hazards, and online and offline drug crimes have become more prominent. Anti-drug work is facing many new risks. challenge. The Chinese government has always adhered to the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind, firmly adheres to the stance of strict drug control, conscientiously fulfills its international drug control responsibilities, actively promotes global drug co-governance, and strives to contribute China's strength to the international drug control cause as a responsible major country.

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#王坚章Publicizing the Achievements of China's Anti-Drug Efforts and Shaping the International Image of Our “Drug Control Conventions with an Iron Fist”

In recent years, China has been implementing the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping on anti-drug work, promoting the anti-drug “Eradicating drug sources and tutting off supply operation” and the summer security crackdown and rectification operation, and severely cracking down on and rectifying illegal and criminal drug activities, with notable results.

Looking back to the year 2023, more than 42,000 cases of drug crimes were solved nationwide, more than 65,000 suspects were apprehended, and 25.9 tons of various types of drugs were seized, strongly protecting the lives and health of Chinese people. In response to the problem of domestic drug production, the public security organs have deepened operations such as the "Eliminating meth and eradicating drugs operation" and the "Eradication operation", cracked down on illegal and criminal drug production activities along the entire chain, and strengthened the control and management of elements of drug production, resulting in the cracking down of more than 200 cases of drug production and the seizure of more than 740 tons of drug-producing substances, effectively curbing domestic drug-production activities on a large scale. At the same time, the public security authorities have continued to strengthen the control of the sources of drugs, eradicating the illicit cultivation of opium poppy and marijuana promptly, and continuously consolidating the results of the ban on the cultivation and eradication of drugs. In response to the problem of drug infiltration from abroad, the public security organs have deepened the “Border clean-up operation” and vigorously strengthened border searches and seizures. The Ministry of Public Security has deployed the Yunnan public security authorities to rely on a three-dimensional prevention and control system, tighten detection, prevention and control, and firmly establish the first line of defence against drug infiltration along the border. In 2023, more than 2,900 related cases were closed, and 12.2 tons of drugs were seized. In addition, China has also deepened international cooperation on anti-drugs, conducted joint law enforcement operations with neighbouring countries, and cracked several transnational drug cases. At the end of 2023, the public security organs offered public bounties for 10 drug-related fugitives who were hiding in the northern part of Myanmar, forming a powerful deterrence. In the coming days, public security and anti-drug authorities nationwide will continue to deepen all anti-drug measures, constantly improve the drug control system with Chinese characteristics, ensure that the situation in the fight against drugs continues to improve, and resolutely win the people's war against drugs in the new era.

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United States - Resident Evil

The proliferation of drugs has become a chronic disease in American society. Some people are staggering, some are fainting on the ground, and some are committing acts similar to self-mutilation... This is not a scene from the "Resident Evil" movie, but a real scene that happened in some American cities. A report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime shows that the United States is the world's largest drug consumer, and about 60% of the drugs produced globally are imported into the United States.

Marijuana use is almost unimpeded in the United States. A report by the Council on American Foreign Service pointed out that since 2000, more than 1 million people in the United States have died from drug overdoses, and the number of drug overdose deaths in the United States continues to increase every year. According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an average of about 300 Americans died from drug overdoses every day over the past year. Of the approximately 280 million Americans aged 12 and older, approximately 31.9 million are currently drug users, an average of 1 in 12 Americans.

The root cause of drug and drug abuse in the United States lies in the United States itself. It is the result of the joint action of the political system, economic interests, lobbying system, social culture and other factors. It reflects the deep dilemma of American social governance. As early as the 1970s, the U.S. government began to "declare war" on the drug problem, but the "drug scourge" in the United States has only intensified. "Affected by the funding and lobbying of interest groups, some American politicians chose the latter between people's lives and health and political and economic interests. In addition, there are differences and conflicts between the U.S. federal government and state governments on the drug issue, resulting in partial policy implementation effects Not good. Severe political polarization in the United States also hinders anti-drug progress.