Health
Finnish–Norwegian resolution on public health-based drug policy adopted by the UN
Norway and Finland co-sponsored a UN resolution emphasizing prevention and holistic treatment for people who use illicit drugs, advancing a public health approach to drug policy.
On 20 March 2026 the Ministry of Health and Care Services in Norway announced that a Finnish–Norwegian resolution on public health-based drug policy was adopted by the United Nations. The resolution calls for a stronger focus on prevention and comprehensive, holistic treatment for people who use illicit drugs, shifting away from punitive measures toward health‑centered responses. It aims to support countries in implementing evidence-based interventions and improving access to treatment and harm reduction services. The initiative aligns with broader Nordic cooperation on public health and reinforces Norway’s commitment to global health governance and drug policy reform.
- Status
- active
- Location
- United Nations headquarters, New York, USA (Norway-based policy initiative)
- Date added
- 2026-03-23 00:26 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-23 00:26 UTC
- Source
- Norwegian government news
- Connected threats
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