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Dangerous Drugs Board

DDB

The Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) is a government agency responsible for enforcing drug laws and regulating dangerous drugs in the Philippines. It has recently addressed issues such as the temporary use of ordinary prescriptions for dangerous drugs and the circulation of synthetic marijuana in "tuklaw" cigarettes. The DDB also collaborates with other agencies in drug enforcement and public health initiatives.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Fri, November 28, 2025 at 1:10 AM

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Recent developments on Dangerous Drugs Board

Fri, November 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM

PDEA awards P16M to informants for drug busts

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) awarded over P16 million in cash rewards to 19 civilian informants whose tips led to high-impact anti-drug operations.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Bato Dela Rosa misses budget defense amid ICC arrest warrant rumors

Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa's continued absence from the Senate has led to him missing the budget defense for key agencies under his chairmanship, including the Department of National Defense.

Tue, September 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM

PDEA, DDB warn public on 'tuklaw' cigarettes with synthetic marijuana

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) have warned the public about 'tuklaw' cigarettes, which contain synthetic marijuana compounds classified as dangerous drugs.

Fri, September 5, 2025 at 3:25 PM

DILG to audit 1,716 ADACs on drug war performance

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) will conduct its annual audit of 1,716 Local Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs) to evaluate their performance in 2024.

Thu, July 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM

DDB allows ordinary prescriptions for dangerous drugs until June 2026

The Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) has temporarily allowed the use of ordinary prescriptions for dangerous drugs until June 30, 2026, to improve patient access to treatment for pressing health concerns.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 9:52 PM

Fishermen find P1.5B suspected shabu in Zambales waters

Ten fishermen from Bataan discovered ten sacks containing 223 assorted vacuum-sealed transparent plastic packs of suspected shabu, valued at P1.5 billion, floating in the waters off Masinloc, Zambales.

Fri, February 14, 2025 at 12:02 PM

DOJ, DDB review anti-drug law

The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) have initiated an executive review of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (RA 9165).

Sun, February 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM

Two suspected drug pushers nabbed in Cavite, P267K shabu seized

Authorities in Cavite have apprehended two individuals believed to be drug pushers during a buy-bust operation that resulted in the seizure of approximately P267,000 worth of illegal drugs.

Sat, February 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Marcos appoints new ambassadors and government officials

President Marcos has appointed four new ambassadors and several officials to various government agencies.

Fri, February 7, 2025 at 9:10 AM

Marcos Jr. names Valenzuela as new DDB chair

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed former Interior and Local Government Undersecretary Oscar Valenzuela as the new chairperson and permanent member of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB).