Drug Control: Long-Standing Problems Hinder U.S. International Efforts

Over the past 10 years, the U.S. has spent about $20 billion on international drug control & interdiction efforts to reduce the illegal drug supply. This report summarizes the findings on international drug control & interdiction efforts & provides overall observations on (1) the effectiveness of U.S. efforts to combat drug production & the movement of drugs into the U.S., (2) obstacles to implementation of U.S. drug control efforts, & (3) suggestions to improve the operational effectiveness of the U.S. international drug control efforts. Contains recommendations for the Director, Office of National Drug Control Policy. Charts & graphs.