Russia Increasing Role in International Drug Prohibition

For almost a hundred years the United States has been the primary instigator of international drug prohibition. Recent developments, however, have been challenging the Washington’s ability to maintain this position.... ... has dominated international drug policy for the better part of a century. A Century of US Leadership The first steps towards a global drug policy were taken in 1909 at the Shanghai Opium Commission, the first ever meeting of international delegates to discuss ...