Uzbekistan Approves Drug Trafficking Deal With Pakistan
The Central Asian nation has formalized a cooperation agreement to combat illegal drug trade with Pakistan.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Drug Crime
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Uzbekistan has officially adopted resolution No. PP-373 to approve a drug trafficking cooperation agreement with Pakistan. This formalizes a pact originally signed by the two nations earlier this year.
Why it matters
The agreement establishes a framework for bilateral cooperation between the two nations to address cross-border drug crime and improve regional security. Multiple state agencies are tasked with ensuring the commitments outlined in the deal are met.
Resolution No. PP-373 formally approves the pact, mandating the Agency for Drug and Firearms Control as the national coordinating body. Multiple state security and customs agencies are now legally responsible for fulfilling the agreement's requirements.
The players
Agency for Drug and Firearms Control
This agency serves as the national coordinating body responsible for executing the drug trafficking cooperation agreement.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan
This ministry is responsible for the diplomatic notification process to inform Pakistan that domestic approval is complete.
The details
The agreement requires the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan to notify Pakistani officials that all necessary domestic procedures for the deal are complete. The Prosecutor General’s Office and the Ministry of Internal Affairs are among the primary entities responsible for implementation.
Timeline
February 5, 2026: The agreement was signed in Islamabad.
October 14, 2026: The President of Uzbekistan adopted resolution No. PP-373.
Legal Context
The adoption of resolution No. PP-373 follows the 2026 Uzbekistan-Pakistan drug trafficking cooperation agreement as the latest step in regional anti-narcotics enforcement. This move aligns with broader efforts to strengthen cross-border security protocols between neighboring Central and South Asian nations.
The formalization of this agreement aims to bolster security by enhancing coordination between national customs and interior agencies. These measures are designed to disrupt illegal narcotics trafficking routes that impact regional stability.
The takeaway
This resolution represents a significant step in institutionalizing anti-trafficking efforts between two sovereign nations. Enhanced inter-agency collaboration often serves as a key indicator for shifting enforcement priorities in the region.
Further reading
For broader context on international efforts to curb illicit trade, visit the Drug Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by UzDaily.
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