Official Handover Ceremony at the Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) Iran

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in the Islamic Republic of Iran successfully completed the procurement of two (2) Medical Devices, including portable doppler sonography, and veterinary anesthesia machine, to support supply reduction activities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. This event was organized at the premises of the Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) in Tehran, with the presence of representatives from the UNODC Iran, DCHQ and Iranian Anti-Narcotics Police (ANP).

Iran remains as one of the major transit routes for drug trafficking from Afghanistan to European countries. UNODC has built a strong partnership with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran in several areas including the capacity building for the Iranian law enforcements and has been providing technical assistant to the Iranian Government in their fight against illicit trafficking of drugs and precursors. UNODC has supported the work of the Iranian Anti-Narcotics Police dog training center, through provision of fully trained dogs, canine trailers, and canine accessories, as well as provision of specialized training for canine handlers and trainers, and medical veterinary equipment.

These procurements were carried out under Sub-Programme 1 of the UNODC Country Partnership Programme (CPP) 2023-2026. The aim was to enhance the operational capacity of the Iranian Anti-Narcotics Police. The event was organized as part of the activities outlined in the framework of Sub-Programme1, specifically focusing on “Border Management and Illicit Trafficking”.

During the official ceremony, Mr. Alexander Fedulov, UNODC Iran Country Representative, stated that UNODC has established strong relationship with the Government of Iran and is highly aware of the educational and technical requirements of the drug control and law enforcement agencies and is willing to extend required support upon availability of financial support from donor countries. 

Mr. Mohammad Narimani, Interim Director General of the International Relations Office of DCHQ expressed his gratitude to the UNODC for continuous support particularly in providing cutting-edge equipment and specialized training that have significantly improved operational effectiveness in drug control efforts.

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For additional information please contact Sougand Babaei (Ms.)

National Programme Assistant, UNODC Country Office in the Islamic Republic of Iran

Tel.: +98 21 88 87 83 77, email: sougand.babaei@un.org