Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-07-25
Premier Lin Chuan said Tuesday that there is no upper limit on spending for efforts to
Premier Lin Chuan (left) greets a drug-sniffing dog at an anti-drug event Tuesday. (CNA)
combat illegal drug use. Lin was speaking at an award ceremony commending individuals who successfully cracked illegal drug rings or cases.
Lin said he has seen progress in anti-drug strategies suggested by the justice ministry. But there has also been an increase in drug seizures by the Coast Guard Administration.
Lin said the National Police Agency and other units are seeking out local sources for the production of illegal drugs. He said the government is taking the matter very seriously.
Lin said the government has no budget limit on any anti-drug actions already deemed effective. [FULL STORY]
