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May 30, 2025

International Narcotics Control Board calls on Governments to guarantee access to internationally controlled medicines during humanitarian emergencies as 143rd session concludes

VIENNA, 30 May (UN Information Service) - During the 143rd session, the International Narcotics Control Board continued its work monitoring countries' implementation of the three international drug control conventions and reviewing the functioning of the global system for licit international trade in narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and precursor chemicals.....[Read more]

May 23, 2025

International Narcotics Control Board elects new President and officers

VIENNA, 23 May (UN Information Service) - The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) has elected Professor H. H. Sevil Atasoy as its President at its 143rd session. On 22 May, the Board elected H. H. Sevil Atasoy as its President and elected a new Bureau for a one-year term.....[Read more]

April 2, 2025

Emergency in Myanmar and Thailand

VIENNA, 1 April 2025 - The International Narcotics Control Board is deeply saddened by the loss of life and extensive destruction caused by the earthquakes that struck Myanmar and Thailand last Friday. The Board and its secretariat extend their deepest condolences to the people of Myanmar and Thailand at this difficult time. The dire...[Read more]

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H. H. Sevil Atasoy, INCB President

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