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In recent years the emergence of synthetic drugs called NPS (New Psychoactive Substances) along with the traditional drugs, drug abuse and addiction have become a global problem. To conduct an effective and successful fight against this devastating problem, a common understanding is necessary among all relevant institutions and organizations. Türkiye has significant experience in the fight against drugs due to its geographical location and its multi-dimensional approach. The global nature of this problem necessitates the creation of international ties which are vital to not only access best practises but also to enhance information exchange and create awareness of new challenges. The rapid development of communications and transport has changed the modus operandi of the activities and methods used by criminal drug organizations. The increasing share of illegal drug trafficking in cross-border crimes has led such organizations to cooperate increasingly with similar entities in other countries and regions and even with terrorist organizations enabling drug smuggling rings to procure drugs directly from the production regions and introduce these products directly into the consumer regions. In order to cope with this reality, counter narcotics authorities’ strategies are focused on three aspects; Supply, Prevention and Training. In this context, the paper covers current and emerging threats, new challenges, responses, prevention projects and training activities.
Erdem Koç (Tue,) studied this question.