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UNODC Chief meets Austrian Foreign Minister and discusses cooperation on drug and crime issues

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UNODC Executive Director Yury Fedotov expressed his deep appreciation to Austrian Foreign Minister Sebastian Kurz for the support given by Austria to UNODC's work in the areas of illicit drugs, organized crime, anti-corruption and terrorism.[Read More]

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New report warns on gap in HIV prevention and treatment for prisoners, people who inject drugs

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A new report by UNAIDS - developed in close consultation with 11 Cosponsor agencies, including UNODC - has drawn attention to the disparity that still persists in providing HIV prevention and treatment services to key populations, among them people who inject drugs and prisoners. The UNAIDS Gap Report analyses the reasons for the gap between people having access to HIV prevention and treatment, and people who lack this access.[Read More]

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Development and alternative crops provide hope in war on illicit drugs – UN

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Senior United Nations officials today called for a greater focus on development activities and alternative crops in countries where the tight grip of drug lords has disrupted peace, security and development, such as in Afghanistan and Myanmar.[Read More]

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