The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) stated in its latest report that the significant decline in opium production in Afghanistan has impacted global opiate markets. According to the report, opium production has decreased by 95% since 2023, which has limited the supply of heroin and is leading to the depletion of existing stockpiles.
The report warns that due to the shortage of heroin, traffickers may turn to synthetic drugs. UNODC says this situation could create new challenges for global health and security. The agency also stressed the need for coordinated international action to prevent future threats.
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