UNODC Reports Nearly Fivefold Increase in Afghanistan's Opium Production

Opium production in Afghanistan has surged nearly fivefold in 2026 compared to the previous year, according to a UNODC report. Poppy cultivation increased by 330%, with production rising approximately 400%. Farmers' poverty and lack of alternatives hinder reduction efforts, necessitating international cooperation for livelihood opportunities.

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