Fight against drugs
Article 69
Within the framework of their respective powers and competences the Parties shall cooperate to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of policies and measures to counter the illicit production, supply and traffic in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, including the prevention of diversion of precursor chemicals, and to promote drug demand prevention and reduction. As regards the control of precursor chemicals and other essential substances used for the illicit production of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, this cooperation shall be based on the standards adopted by the Community and the international authorities concerned, such as those of the Chemical Action Task Force (CATF). Cooperation in this area shall be based on mutual consultation and close coordination between the Parties on objectives and measures to be taken in the various drug-related fields.