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India: Methadone Maintenance Treatment proves feasible and effective

January 21 - Building drug treatment capacities and options has been one of UNODC's key working areas in South Asia. This includes the pioneering of treatment options for people dependent on opioids.  Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT) is one such option that improves the physical and mental health of those dependent on opioids, allows to reintegrate them back into their families and in many cases also helps to quit drugs completely.[Read More]

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South Asia: Visit of UNODC’s Executive Director asserts the importance of regional cooperation to counter drugs and crime

17 December 2014 - UNODC Executive Director Yury Fedotov 's visit to the South Asian countries of India, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh reinforced partnerships, called for further cooperation in the region and enhanced support amongst countries in matters of crime and terrorism. Mr. Fedotov began his visit in early December in India, where he met with senior members of the Government to discuss measures to address drug trafficking in India and within the region. [Read More]

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Bangladesh: Executive Director's interaction with students distills essence of UNODC's global mandate

11 December 2014 -  In a wide ranging keynote address to students at Dhaka's prestigious University yesterday, UNODC Executive Director Yury Fedotov outlined his Office's international mission to confront drugs, crime, corruption and terrorism. Describing Dhaka as an "energetic" and "vibrant" city, the UNODC Chief discussed first his mission to South Asia and his talks with government leaders to promote an integrated regional response to [Read More]

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