Guwahati, July 7 -- The BRICS nations have adopted the Guwahati Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to strengthen cooperation to prevent and combat illicit drug trafficking and related transnational organised crime.

Concluding the two-day BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati, Assam on Tuesday, the grouping nations adopted the Joint Declaration, underscoring the need to enhance the timely exchange of information, intelligence and best practices, consistent with national laws and international obligations.

The Declaration also emphasised the promotion of innovative technologies, digital tools and data-driven approaches to strengthen law enforcement and regulatory efforts against illicit drug trafficking.

The BRICS ...