1ST Draft
1. Introduction
2. PDRM Strategy
3. Decriminalisation of drugs
4. Drug related crimes
5. Conclusion
ANTI-DRUGS
2nd Draft
1. Introduction
- Drug Free ASEAN 2015
2. PDRM Strategy
- concentrate of drug suppliers instead of users
3. Decriminalisation of drugs
- cure drug users instead of looking at them as criminals
4. Drug related crimes
- important to settle drug problem to curb crimes involving drug abuse
5. Conclusion
ANTI-DRUGS
3rd Draft
1. Introduction
During the 20th ASEAN summit in May 2012, declaration on Drug Free ASEAN 2015 was made by all the ASEAN leaders. Malaysia is fully committed to this.
2. PDRM Strategy
Police are stepping up efforts to fight the drug problem by changing their internal KPI to prioritize catching suppliers instead of users. Previously focus 70% on drug users and 30% on suppliers.
3. Decriminalisation of drugs
Government policy will shift more to treat drug uses than prosecute them. Drug users are sent to clinics for treatment. Malaysia also practise Cure and Care approach as part of this.
4. Drug related crimes
It is important to settle drug problem to curb crimes involving drug abuse. Home Ministry study found that 48.2% of 35,00 prsoners nationwide were involved in crime due to drug addiction.
5. Conclusion
ANTI-DRUGS
During the 20th ASEAN summit held in Phnom Penh in May 2012, the leaders of all ASEAN countries released a declaration that they will intensify efforts to realise a Drug Free ASEAN by 2015. Malaysia is fully committed to this declaration
The Government has decided to shift their focus in their war against drugs by focusing more on the suppliers. PDRM is following this by