Building “drug-free communes” in the highlands of Lao Cai

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Thanks to the implementation of multiple measures, Khao Mang commune now has 5 out of 13 villages meeting the criteria for drug-free villages. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA
Police regularly monitor and conduct periodic testing for individuals related to drug use. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA
Police officers overcome difficulties to reach each household to disseminate information on drug prevention and control. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA
Khao Mang commune police visit households to sign commitments not to use drugs. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA
Police officers overcome difficulties to reach each household to disseminate information on drug prevention and control. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA
Building “drug-free communes” in the highlands of Lao Cai
Localities in Lao Cai province have been implementing various measures to build drug-free communes and wards. With flexible and effective approaches, many areas have achieved positive results, notably the highland commune of Khao Mang. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA