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News: The BRICS nations adopted the Guwahati Declaration at the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting held in Guwahati under India’s 2026 BRICS chairmanship.
About Guwahati Declaration
- The Guwahati Declaration was adopted to strengthen cooperation against illicit drug trafficking and related transnational organized crime.
- Adopted by: The declaration was adopted by the BRICS nations, under India’s 2026 BRICS chairmanship.
- Theme: The meeting was held under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
- Aim: The declaration aims to strengthen cooperation to prevent and combat illicit drug trafficking and related transnational organized crime.
- Key Pillars:
- Information Sharing: The declaration calls for timely exchange of information, intelligence and best practices in line with national laws and international obligations.
- Technology and Innovation: The declaration highlights the use of innovative technologies, digital tools and data-driven approaches to strengthen law enforcement and regulatory measures against illicit drug trafficking.
- Demand Reduction: The declaration stresses the need to reduce drug demand, promote healthy lifestyles and protect vulnerable groups, especially children and young people, through evidence-based and people-centred strategies.
- Coordinated International Action: The declaration reaffirms the commitment of BRICS nations to strengthen cooperation to prevent and combat illicit drug trafficking and related transnational organised crime.
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