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October 17, 2018

Statement by the International Narcotics Control Board on the entry into force of Bill C-45 legalising cannabis for non-medical purposes in Canada

VIENNA, 17 October (UN Information Service) - On the occasion of the entry into force of Bill C-45 which legalises cannabis for non-medical purposes in Canada, the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) reiterates its regret at the adoption of this measure by the Government of Canada.....[Read More]

October 10, 2018

Mental Health Day 2018 – drug dependence is a mental health issue that is preventable, treatable and curable

Vienna, 10 October 2018 - Drug dependence is a mental health issue. It is preventable, treatable and curable. On Mental Health Day 2018, we reiterate that prevention and treatment of drug abuse and dependence, particularly among young people, must be prioritized..... [Read More]

October 3, 2018

Mission to Qatar

VIENNA, 3 October 2018 - From 1 to 3 October 2018, INCB conducted a mission to the State of Qatar. Prof. Dr. Sevil Atasoy, Member of the Board, led the mission and was accompanied by Mr. Stefano Berterame of the INCB secretariat. The mission was.... [Read more]...

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Viroj SUMYAI
INCB President

Our Mission

The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) is the independent and quasi-judicial monitoring body for the implementation of the United Nations international drug control conventions. It was established in 1968 in accordance with the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961. It had predecessors under the former drug control treaties as far back as the time of the League of Nations.