This briefing aims to provide recommendations for ASEAN member states as they consider approaches to conducting the final review of the ASEAN drug strategy ending in 2015.

The aspiration of a drug free ASEAN in 2015 is not realistic and the policy goals and resources should be redirected towards a harm reduction strategy for managing – instead of eliminating – the illicit drug market in the least harmful way.

Current drug policies in Myanmar focus heavily on repression and criminalisation. However, the majority of arrests impact small time users whilst the traffickers slip through the net. TNI recommends that evidence-based policy become accepted by enforcement officials and by the community at large.

The IDPC Drug Policy Guide brings together global evidence, best practice and experiences to provide expert analysis across the spectrum of drug policy.

TNI propose 5 strategic interventions which could make a difference to drug issues in Myanmar.