UNODC Myanmar: Working to end Shan State dependence on opium poppy

Hopong, 21 May 2012 - Myanmar remains the world's second largest opium poppy grower after Afghanistan, accounting for 23 per cent of opium poppy cultivation worldwide in 2011. UNODC estimates that 246,000 households are involved in opium cultivation in Myanmar, with 91 per cent of opium cultivation occurring in Shan State. Opium poppy eradication... [Read More]

UNODC alternative development programme in Myanmar gets boost from UN Sec-Gen

Yangon, 1 May 2012 - Myanmar's recent by-election results are yet another sign that real change is occurring in the country. When taken together with the release of political prisoners, the signing of ceasefire agreements, and the on-going negotiations between the Government and armed ethnic groups, these changes - thought impossible little more... [Read More]

UNODC reports successes, tackles new and emerging threats in East Asia and Pacific

Bangkok (Thailand), 16 April 2012 - The UNODC Regional Centre for East Asia and Pacific today launched a report that records UNODC's achievements in the region for 2011 and plots future strategic priorities to counter what it calls "the dark side of globalization" in a region spanning 34 countries and territories. "Our dynamic, rapidly developing... [Read More]

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