efficiency of the United Nations structure for drug abuse control. It was suggested that the experts should conduct an in-depth analysis of the roles, mandates, organization, activities and management practices throughout the - 11 - United Nations system, including, in particular, the United Nations drug control units. One representative suggested the possibility of unifying them under a full-time head, as a means of establishing a clearly identifiable and co- ordinated United Nations drug abuse control programme and enhancing the existing programme. 31. Most speakers stated that organizational and structural problems facing the United Nations drug control units should be tackled with a view to strengthening the United Nations drug control programmes. It was emphasized that any restructuring should aim at establishing clear and commonly accepted objectives within the context of effective, well co-ordinated structures and should be allotted the necessary resources, status and influence. 32. The need to enhance co-ordination between the various agencies of the United Nations involved in drug control programmes was stressed by most speakers. 33. Several speakers pointed to the key elements and principles that had to be taken into account in order to enhance the efficiency of United Nations activities in the field of drug abuse control. Of primary importance was the coherence of actions within the United Nations drug control units and the co-ordination of all drug-related activities in the United Nations system. Emphasis was placed on the importance of meeting all the obligations imposed under the international drug control treaties and on the equitable integration of programmes for reducing illicit demand and supply into the United Nations activities. Several speakers stated that the Commission should provide strong support for drug law enforcement activities as an integral part of United Nations programmes. With regard to co-ordination, it was underlined that the 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the efficiency of the United Nations structure for drug abuse control, highlighting the need for unity, coordination, and clear objectives among various agencies. This suggests that the topic is related to international cooperation and global governance, which is often linked to the field of health and humanitarian aid.

**Category**
Health, Humanitarian aid and relief