On 8 June 2023, the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a round table on problematic issues of combating illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and their precursors, organized by the Committee on Legislation and Judicial and Legal Reform.

The meeting was carried out as part of the deputies' work on amendments under the same title. The round table, in addition to deputies, was attended by representatives of ministries, other government and law enforcement agencies, non-governmental sector, academics and experts.

 Mr. Barzu Avazzoda, CARICC analyst, participated in the event as invited expert and delivered a presentation on current situation in Afghanistan and its impact on drug situation in Central Asia.