THE Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Davao Region office is intensifying its monitoring of party drugs as Davao City celebrates its founding anniversary this month with various activities, including musical and dance events as well as a street party on the 17th.

Antonio E. Rivera, PDEA regional director, said while there are no recent reports of the entry of these kinds of addictive substances into the city, his office is preparing because illegal drug traders might take advantage of the festivities.

“As you can see, there are a lot of activities during the celebration which might be used or taken advantage of by drug syndicates,” said Mr. Rivera in a press conference last week. Mr. Rivera said they have partnered with the Philippine Postal Service and the Bureau of Customs to closely monitor and prevent the entry of these drugs. — Carmelito Q. Francisco

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