Topic: drug

A year-long investigation stemming from the arrest of flight attendants unwittingly exploited as drug mules has uncovered a vast drug network, with over 540 arrests and transactions exceeding $1 billion.

Accused alleged to have transported 11.4 kg of ecstasy and methamphetamine into the country.

After five years of implementation, certain provisions in the Law on Pharmacy are no longer consistent with actual circumstances and the process of international integration, causing many difficulties for pharmaceutical enterprises. The Ministry of Health has proposed revising the Law, supplementing certain provisions such as simplifying drug registration procedures and applications for circulation registration certificates.

At the “Solutions to overcome the shortage of drugs and medical supplies” seminar organized by the Government Portal on August 12, analysts said that drug shortages are quite a problem and need to be addressed immediately. One key solution is to review and amend legal issues related to bidding.