DESIGNER DRUGS OUT OF CONTROL official

STORY: DESIGNER DRUGS OUT OF CONTROLXDATELINE: March 3, 2011 LENGTH: 0:00:39 LOCATION: UN Headquarters VO The UN global drugs watchdog says the production and consumption of illicit designer drugs, such as amphetamines, is getting out of control in many regions of the world. The International Narcotics Control Board released a new report on Wednesday, saying the drugs, which are often produced in chemical labs, are becoming more difficult to monitor. The report also said manufacturers are sharing instructions on how to make the drugs through the Internet. In addition, the United States continues to be the main destination for illicit drugs, while the report also said synthetic drugs are becoming more popular in parts of Europe, taking the place of cocaine. Powered by www.newslook.com Producer : Xinhua News Agency