Opium production in Afghanistan rose despite ban: UN report – DW – 11/06/2024
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The Taliban banned the cultivation of narcotics in 2022, causing a drop in opium production last year. However, this year it rose by 19%, according to a report by the UNODC.

Summary

Opium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan rose by 19% in 2024, according to a UN report, despite the Taliban’s 2022 ban on narcotics production.

The increase follows last year’s sharp 95% drop, although production remains below pre-ban levels. High opium prices—currently around $730 per kilogram—are likely motivating farmers to defy the ban.

The Taliban has sought international aid to help Afghan farmers transition to sustainable, non-illicit livelihoods amid severe economic hardship.

  • Doorbook@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3·
    16 hours ago

    “This had caused a 95% drop in production of the drug, which is used to produce heroin and other synthetic opioids.

    Despite the increase this year, production still remains significantly below pre-ban levels.“

    Again last time this happen media were crying like the ban is horrible thing. Then the attacked Afghanistan. I wouldnt be surprise if another 9/11 happens while trump now in power for them to get back there.

    The best when news said “What about the poor farmer”

  • Todd Bonzalez@lemm.eeEnglish
    51·
    19 hours ago

    Opium production in Afghanistan rose despite as a result of ban: UN report

    FTFY

    Imagine being the UN and still not understanding what happens when you do a prohibition.