Singapore's anti-drug strategy has kept situation here under control, says home affairs minister


The number of drug abusers arrested each year in Singapore has halved from more than 6,000 in the 1990s to around 3,000 today. - The Straits Times/ANN

SINGAPORE, March 19 (The Straits Times/ANN): Singapore's comprehensive strategy against drug abuse has been successful in keeping the drug situation here under control, said Second Minister for Home Affairs Josephine Teo.

Speaking virtually at the 65th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), Teo said Singapore's strategy is underpinned by strong community partnerships and public support.

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