Today ( June 26th) is recognized as the International Day for the fight against drugs and trafficking. This day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the serious societal issues of drug abuse and illicit trafficking, and to promote global efforts to combat them.
The United Nations established the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking to bring attention to the global fight against drug abuse and illegal drug trafficking.
This day is also known as World Drug Day, highlighting the international commitment needed to address the challenges posed by drug abuse and illicit trafficking.
According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), approximately 269 million people worldwide used drugs in 2018, and this number has continued to rise.