Authorities reported 5,168 arrests across 3,395 drug cases over eleven months, including 199 foreigners, in a report to parliament on 20 November. Seizures included 3,583 kilograms of marijuana alongside large quantities of methamphetamine and other drugs.[1] Public Security Minister Vilay Lakhamphong also reported 5,132 people receiving support through drug-treatment and rehabilitation centres, of whom 2,513 had completed treatment and returned home.[1]
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References
- Lao News Agency — Nationwide efforts resolve over 3,300 drug cases in 11 months, 21 November 2024Minister Vilay Lakhamphong’s report to the National Assembly on 20 November 2024archived
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