U.S. Push for Action Against Fentanyl Crisis in China

U.S. Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, expressed optimism about progress in collaboration with China on addressing fentanyl. Speaking in an interview with Foreign Policy magazine, Burns emphasized the need for action on precursor substances, arrests, and targeting illicit finance.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 05-09-2024 23:06 IST | Created: 05-09-2024 23:06 IST
U.S. Push for Action Against Fentanyl Crisis in China
Nicholas Burns
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In a recent development, U.S. Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, revealed a sense of optimism regarding the collaborative efforts between the United States and China in combating the fentanyl crisis.

During an interview with Foreign Policy magazine, Burns underscored the necessity for concrete actions from China, particularly in addressing precursor chemicals, implementing arrests, and focusing on the issue of illicit finance.

Burns' remarks highlight the ongoing diplomatic pressures and the critical need for tangible steps to be taken to mitigate the impact of fentanyl.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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