Say no to drugs

Published June 26, 2014
Methamphetamines seized by the Thai narcotics police are displayed during the “43rd Destruction of Confiscated Narcotics” ceremony which coincides with United Nations “International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking”, in Ayutthaya province, some 80 kms (50 miles) north of Bangkok on June 26, 2014. – Photo by AFP
Methamphetamines seized by the Thai narcotics police are displayed during the “43rd Destruction of Confiscated Narcotics” ceremony which coincides with United Nations “International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking”, in Ayutthaya province, some 80 kms (50 miles) north of Bangkok on June 26, 2014. – Photo by AFP

The United Nations’ International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking falls on June 26 each year to raise awareness of the major problem that illicit drugs represent to society. This day is supported by individuals, communities and various organizations all over the world.

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