UNODC Country Representative met with the Secretary General of Drug Control Headquarters

Tehran, 17 February 2025 – The Country Representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Iran, Mr. Alexander Fedulov, had the first official meeting with Dr. Hossein Zolfaghari, the Secretary General of the Drug Control Headquarters of the Islamic Republic of Iran. 

During this bilateral meeting, Mr. Fedulov congratulated Dr. Zolfaghari on his new position and stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran is a key and constructive partner in its engagement with the UNODC. 

Dr. Zolfaghari in his remarks, highlighted the severe and irreparable human losses and the immense financial damages that the Islamic Republic of Iran has endured in its humanitarian fight against the global drug problem. 

The UNODC Country Representative described the ongoing cooperation and joint initiatives between the UNODC and Drug Control Headquarters as highly positive and commendable. He affirmed his and the UNODC’s commitment to expanding collaboration and securing additional financial resources to support Iran’s programs. He further emphasized Iran’s significant role in regional and international efforts to combat drug trafficking.

Mr. Fedulov reiterated that the UNODC Office in Tehran remains fully prepared to continue close cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran.