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RA 9165

RA 9165

The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 is a Philippine law aimed at preventing and controlling the use and trafficking of illegal drugs. It provides strict penalties for drug-related offenses and supports law enforcement efforts in seizing large quantities of narcotics, as seen in recent operations across the country. The law remains a key tool in the Philippines' ongoing battle against drug abuse and illegal drug trade.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sun, September 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM

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Fri, September 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM

P75M shabu from Mexico seized in Pampanga

Anti-narcotics operatives seized over P75 million worth of crystal methamphetamine, locally known as "shabu," hidden inside a water chiller within a parcel originating from Mexico.

Sun, August 31, 2025 at 7:52 AM

P75M shabu seized in Clark warehouse

Authorities successfully seized an estimated P75 million worth of suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride, also known as shabu, in a warehouse located in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.

Sat, August 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM

PCG, PDEA seize P74.8M illegal drugs in Sorsogon

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully confiscated an estimated ₱74.8 million worth of suspected illegal drugs and paraphernalia at the Matnog Port in Sorsogon.

Thu, August 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM

6.8M pesos worth of shabu seized in Bataan buy-bust

Authorities arrested a drug suspect and seized PHP6.8 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Balanga City, Bataan.

Wed, August 20, 2025 at 3:11 PM

SA national nabbed at NAIA with P47.6M shabu

A 43-year-old South African national was apprehended at NAIA Terminal 3 for allegedly attempting to smuggle P47.634 million worth of suspected shabu.

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 8:40 PM

Suspected MILF member nabbed in Lanao del Sur drug bust

A suspected Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) member, identified as farmer Jamil Saripada, was arrested during a drug buy-bust operation in Wao town, Lanao del Sur.

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 2:20 PM

P2M worth of drugs seized in Parañaque bust; 4 arrested

Authorities seized P2 million worth of illegal drugs in a buy-bust operation in Parañaque City, leading to the arrest of four high-value individuals.

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 1:38 PM

P455.6M shabu seized in Zamboanga, 1 trafficker nabbed

Shabu with an estimated street value of P455.6 million was seized in an anti-narcotics operation in Zamboanga City on Tuesday night.

Sun, August 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM

South African national nabbed at NAIA with P47.6M shabu

A 43-year-old South African national, identified as Antonie Engelbrecht, was apprehended at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 with approximately 7 kilograms of suspected shabu, valued at PHP47.6 million.

Fri, August 15, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Sotto asks Escudero for random drug testing in Senate

Senate Minority Leader Vicente "Tito" Sotto III formally requested Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero to implement mandatory random drug testing for all Senate officials and employees.