Participants of the SCO Conference “For a World Without Drugs” adopted recommendations and supported CARICC initiatives

14 October 2026, Bishkek – The International Conference of the Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation “For a World Without Drugs,” organized by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic together with the SCO Secretariat, has completed its work in Bishkek. Over two days, participants discussed countering transnational drug trafficking, the spread of synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances, the use of digital technologies in drug crime, as well as modern approaches to preventing drug use, treatment and rehabilitation of persons with drug dependence.

Following the event, recommendations were adopted aimed at:

• strengthening interaction among the competent authorities of the SCO member states;
• improving the exchange of operational information;
• developing early warning mechanisms for new drug threats;
• conducting joint anti-drug measures;
• increasing the effectiveness of preventive work.

CARICC addressed international partners and donors with a proposal to form an international partnership for the development of EWS. Conference participants noted the importance of continuing practical interaction and expressed readiness for further cooperation within the SCO and with international partners. CARICC confirmed its readiness to provide its regional platform, analytical infrastructure and intergovernmental coordination mechanism for the implementation of joint initiatives.