The BRICS TimesTrump declared China the largest source of dangerous drugs while listing 23 nations linked with narcotics trafficking and illegal production.
America’s Presidential Report Highlights Global Drug Concerns
US President Donald Trump released a major report on drug trafficking and illegal production. He identified 23 nations where either narcotics are produced unlawfully or those countries act as major transit routes for smuggling. The report, presented to Congress under the title Presidential Determination, warns that the menace of narcotics poses a continuing threat to the safety of America and its citizens.
Countries Under the Scanner
The list includes Afghanistan, Burma, China, India, and Pakistan from Asia. Alongside, the names of Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela also appear. Among these, Trump openly labeled Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, and Venezuela as failures in their fight against drugs. He strongly criticized Afghanistan, stating that despite a ban, opium and other narcotics are still traded openly.
Trump’s Direct Charge Against China
Trump accused China of being the world’s largest source of dangerous narcotics. He claimed that the country spreads chemicals needed for fentanyl and other synthetic drugs worldwide. According to him, China plays a major role in distributing methamphetamine and newly emerging deadly drugs such as nitazenes. Trump urged the Chinese government to act firmly, halt chemical trafficking, and prosecute offenders.
Why Countries Are Named in the List
The US State Department clarified that being on the list does not always suggest lack of cooperation. Sometimes geographical location, trade routes, or economic situations make it difficult for governments to stop drug trafficking completely, even if they are taking steps against it.
India’s Recent Achievement in Drug Crackdown
India has also taken strict action against international drug networks. The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) recently dismantled a global syndicate that used digital platforms, drop shipping, and cryptocurrency to traffic drugs to the US, Australia, and Europe. The operation began with a routine vehicle check near Delhi’s Bengali Market, which unexpectedly exposed the syndicate’s international network. America praised India’s strong action, with the US Embassy in New Delhi thanking NCB for helping protect American citizens from illegal drugs.
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