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The introduction sets the scene for the arguments that form the main body of the discussion. It argues that we are at an important moment for the future of global drug policy with increasing pressure for reform of the international drug control apparatus. It situates the discourse within the context of public criminology, aiming to provide an accessible and enriching contribution to relevant debates. Finally, it provides an outline of the overall structure of the book.

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Chatwin, C. (2018). Introduction. In: Towards More Effective Global Drug Policies. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-92072-6_1

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