Cambodia Strengthens Anti-Drug Efforts Through Inter-Religious Cooperation in Preah Sihanouk Province

The National Authority for Combating Drugs (NAC) of Cambodia is actively engaged in comprehensive awareness campaigns regarding drug abuse prevention in Preah Sihanouk Province. On September 5th, a team of experts led by Deputy Secretary General Lim Tong Huot conducted a special seminar for approximately 500 religious leaders from five major faiths in the province: Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Mahayana Buddhism, and the Baha'i Faith. The seminar focused on drug-related issues, their impacts, and relevant legal frameworks. The workshop, themed "Enhancing Awareness of Drug Abuse Impacts and Utilizing the 'NoDrug' App in Inter-Religious Sectors," aimed to equip religious leaders with knowledge to disseminate anti-drug messages to their respective congregations. Deputy Secretary General Lim Tong Huot emphasized the crucial role religious leaders play in effectively communicating the dangers of drugs and the importance of information sharing and reporting through the "NoDrug" app. He expressed gratitude to the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration and the Cambodian Christian Church Network Council for their cooperation in facilitating inter-religious collaboration. Lim Tong Huot highlighted that active involvement from religious organizations can lead to a faster and broader dissemination of anti-drug messages. Participants received information on drug issues, practical experiences, the utilization of the "NoDrug" app, and the Narcotics Control Law. This initiative aims to empower them with concrete means to protect themselves, their families, and their followers from drug involvement. The "NoDrug" app is promoted as a tool for gathering information and reporting the removal of drugs from communities. This effort is expected to mark a significant step forward in Cambodia's strategy to combat drug abuse.