G7 leaders launch ports network to curb global drug trafficking

G7 leaders agree to launch a new international ports network and joint action plans to combat global drug trafficking networks that threaten national security and economic stability...

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Leaders at the G7 Summit in France have agreed to launch a new international ports network and joint action plans to combat global drug trafficking networks.

The initiative includes the creation of the G7+ Ports Network to Combat Drug Trafficking to improve coordination and information sharing among major maritime ports.
Kenya attended the summit as an invited partner nation, supporting the joint declaration aimed at strengthening international cooperation against organised crime.
The leaders committed to scaling up efforts to prevent, investigate, and prosecute criminal groups, enhance anti-money laundering measures, and reduce drug demand through prevention and treatment programs, with implementation of key plans targeted by November 2026.

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