Today Trinidad and Tobago joins the United Nations in celebrating International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

 
The UN Secretary-General, Ban-Ki Moon said countries emerging from conflict or escaping economic decline can be overwhelmed when illicit drugs pour across their borders.
He said is committed to helping them repel illicit drugs and prevent spill-over from becoming takeover.

 
Mr. Ban used the celebration to urge countries to strengthen its efforts to confront illicit drugs as an integral element in building a safe and sustainable future.