Pahang: Pahang will host the 8th Meeting of the Advisory Council of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) on Dangerous Drugs (AIPACODD), which will take place from June 9 to 12 in conjunction with Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship this year.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the meeting, themed "Uniting Parliaments for an Inclusive and Sustainable ASEAN in Addressing Contemporary Drug Challenges," highlights ASEAN countries' collective commitment to addressing issues related to dangerous drugs. The initiative aims to strengthen inter-parliamentary diplomacy and contribute to a healthier, safer, and more prosperous future for ASEAN, as noted in a Facebook post by the Pahang State Secretary's Office.

Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman stated that security measures will be enhanced to ensure the smooth running of the AIPACODD meeting. The meeting is scheduled to take place in Kuantan, with delegates participating in a cultural visit to Pekan.