CLEAN : Opium production falls by a quarter in Myanmar: UN

The video discusses the opium production trends in the Golden Triangle, highlighting a recent increase in production, possibly due to survey anomalies. It examines the high market demand driven by population growth and affluence, and the economic impact on opium farmers. The video also explores the connections between regional and global markets, including the influence of the Chinese market and Australia's heroin imports. Finally, it addresses the stabilizing effect of the opium trade on regional peace and the challenges faced by law enforcement in controlling drug distribution within the country.

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