Drug Situation in Afghanistan and Region Discussed in Dushanbe
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DUSHANBE, 10.12.2021 (NIAT Khovar) – The drug situation in Afghanistan and the region was discussed yesterday by the Director of the Drug Control Agency Habibullo Vohidzoda with the Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy to Tajikistan Bridgette Walker.
Vohidzoda informed Walker about the drug situation in Tajikistan, the achievements of the country and the law enforcement agencies in this area.
The parties also discussed the drug situation in Afghanistan and the region, transportation and smuggling of drugs across the state border, financial and logistical support of the agency from the US government, as well as the creation of new inter-district departments in the border areas of Khatlon.
Vohidzoda expressed gratitude for the high level of fruitful cooperation in the field of drug control, in particular, for considering the issue of financing the advanced training of the agency’s staff.
Walker also got acquainted with the activities of the agency’s dog training service and with military tactical exercises, and took part in the burning and destruction of drugs.