The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime assists governments & others to roll back global threats posed by drugs, organized crime, corruption & terrorism
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There have never been more types of drugs on the market than today.
Many of them have never been more potent.
The 2026 #WorldDrugReport is out now, revealing the latest global developments in drug production, trafficking, use and impact: ow.ly/hPlr50ZhqEW
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Millions of shipping containers move daily, making it impossible to check every shipment or invoice.
Criminals exploit these gaps to hide money from crime through trade.
The🆕UNODC & @WorldBank tool helps identify trade-based money laundering risks: shorturl.at/GBYFs
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Money moves
Across borders
Through screens
Beyond sight
But every illicit transaction leaves a trace. On people, on communities, on our shared future.
We must #StopOrganizedCrime at its source.
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Drug markets are diversifying. More substances are being adulterated & new drug mixtures are emerging, like pink cocaine & “happy water”. Users may not know what’s in the mixture, whose chemicals can have unpredictable effects in the body. #WorldDrugReport
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The world drug problem does not stop at borders.
It can only be tackled by the international community working together.
UNODC convenes countries to analyze drug trends, share expertise, best practices & innovative responses that guide international drug policy.
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Synthetic opioids are transforming the illicit drug trade— and some are hundreds of times more potent than heroin.
See what the @UNODC World Drug Report 2026 reveals.
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Young people aged 15-34 are most at risk of using drugs.
Effective prevention starts early.
UNODC’s CHAMPS initiative helps build children-focused prevention systems grounded in science.
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More people use drugs today than at any point in history.
Over 6% of the global population between 15 and 64 use illicit substances.
This is 34% more than a decade ago.
The 2026 #WorldDrugReport shows how drug use has grown over the years: ow.ly/SEqk50ZhGyJ
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New synthetic drugs are expanding fast.
They can be manufactured almost anywhere, trafficked everywhere and modified overnight to evade control.
UNODC offers countries smart, practical and innovative solutions to address the rise of dangerous synthetic drugs.
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How many people use drugs?
What are the most widely used drug types?
How many new psychoactive substances have recently been identified in the market?
Join us for the official launch of the 2026 #WorldDrugReport
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Persistent challenges and evolving threats demand that we rethink our response to the world drug problem, while staying anchored in the international drug conventions and the spirit of multilateralism, says UNODC @Monica_Juma_ in her #WorldDrugDay message.
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Today, 1 in 16 people worldwide use drugs — more than at any point in history.
While cannabis remains the most widely used drug, the global cocaine market has reached record levels.
On Friday’s #WorldDrugDay, find out more in latest @UNODC report: unodc.org/wdr
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Global drug markets are transforming rapidly as technology, novel drug types and instability present traffickers with new opportunities.
The intl' community must work together to find smart, innovative responses to persisting and new challenges.
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Illicit drug trafficking harms people & communities, and fuels violence, crime & instability.
As the proliferation of synthetic drugs & the growth of online trafficking networks are compounding this crisis, we must recommit to bold, innovative & evidence-based solutions.
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UNODC briefed @UN Security Council experts on strengthening the rule of law in Haiti by tackling corruption, financial crime and fortifying the criminal justice chain.
Learn how UNODC supports lasting stability and security in Haiti ➡️unodc.org/ropan/en/haiti.htm…
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Illicit drug markets are evolving rapidly.
New substances, production methods and trafficking routes are emerging at an increasing speed and scale.
On #WorldDrugDay, let's work together to drive innovative responses to persisting issues and new drug-related challenges.
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Out now!
The 2026 #WorldDrugReport provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trafficking and use trends on cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, opioids and more.
Explore the latest findings: ow.ly/hPlr50ZhqEW
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On this year's #WorldDrugDay, @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres calls for bold, innovative and evidence-based solutions to address the world drug problem.
He stresses the need for solutions grounded in foresight and solidarity.
Full statement: ow.ly/kGqU50Zhi9s
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Local drug problems are not confined to one place.
They quickly spread across borders, creating regional and global issues.
Ahead of #WorldDrugDay, the global community is coming together to find innovative responses to persisting and new challenges.
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What does coffee have to do with tackling cocaine, heroin and other drugs?
Here’s what you need to know about alternative development and its role in addressing the world drug problem.
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New drugs from illicit labs emerge at an unprecedented pace.
Together with its partners, UNODC uses its scientific expertise to help detect new substances, provide early warning and support innovative policies that save lives.
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