Vienna, 21 September 2026
INCB secretariat meets with high-level delegation from Burkina Faso, including Minister for Health and Permanent Representative
Vienna, 21 September –A high-level delegation from Burkina Faso, headed by the Minister of Health, Dr. Robert Kargougou, accompanied by H.E. Ms. Maimounata Ouattara visited the INCB Secretariat to discuss the implementation of the international drug control conventions and opportunities for enhanced cooperation.
The meeting provided an opportunity to receive an update on ongoing efforts in Burkina Faso to strengthen the national regulatory framework, enhance institutional coordination and further develop national capacities in the area of drug control.
The INCB secretariat provided an overview of the support available to Governments, including electronic platforms, training programmes and country-specific support. The secretariat encouraged Burkina Faso to continue making full use of INCB tools and capacity-building resources and emphasized the importance of regular communication and timely reporting under the international drug control conventions.
The availability of narcotic drugs for medical and scientific purposes was also discussed. The secretariat encouraged Burkina Faso to review its requirements and, where appropriate, increase its estimates and assessments to ensure adequate availability of medicines containing controlled substances.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to strengthening practical cooperation. The delegation of Burkina Faso indicated its interest in bilateral training, and the secretariat reiterated its readiness to provide further assistance and support. Following the meeting, the delegation visited the INCB GRIDS Cyber Communication Centre and received a demonstration of GRIDS Intelligence tools.
Delegation of Burkina Faso receives a demonstration of INCB GRIDS Intelligence tools
