The European Union's plan to ban all oil imports from Russia is already receiving backlash. Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called the move a "nuclear attack" on his country. Palki Sharma tells you more about Europe's painful decoupling from Russia.

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European Union agencies said on Friday that the continent is slowly becoming a prime location for the production and distribution of cocaine. According to Reuters, the EU agencies expressed concern about the current situation and also warned about the expanding methamphetamine industry.

A joint EU report by law enforcement agency Europol and drugs agency EMCDDA pointed out that cocaine was the second most consumed drug in Europe after cannabis and the total income from the production and distribution of the drug amounted to almost $11.1 billion for the year 2020.

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"More production is also now taking place inside Europe, indicating changes in the region's role in the international cocaine trade," the report said.

Over the years, South American countries were the main suppliers of cocaine for Europe and with countries like Colombia and Brazil increasing their production, the amount of cocaine in Europe has also gone up. As a result, the report warns of higher health risks in the near future.

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When it comes to individual countries, Belgium was pointed out as the leading producer of cocaine by the EU report. In 2020, the most amount of cocaine was seized from Belgium,&nbsp;and it is supposed to be the leading processing centre for cocaine along with Spain and Netherlands.

According to the Reuters report, the market for methamphetamine is also slowly growing in Europe with growing demands in Czech Republic and some Eastern European countries.

"There is now growing concern about production facilities located in Belgium and the Netherlands, where methamphetamine can be produced on a considerably larger scale," the report said.

European Union agencies said on Friday that the continent is slowly becoming a prime location for the production and distribution of cocaine. According to Reuters, the EU agencies expressed concern about the current situation and also warned about the expanding methamphetamine industry.

European Union agencies said on Friday that the continent is slowly becoming a prime location for the production and distribution of cocaine. According to Reuters, the EU agencies expressed concern about the current situation and also warned about the expanding methamphetamine industry. A joint EU report by law enforcement agency Europol and drugs agency EMCDDA pointed out that cocaine was the second most consumed drug in Europe after cannabis and the total income from the production and distribution of the drug amounted to almost $11.1 billion for the year 2020. Also read | Finally, UK PM's party pays for scandals with setbacks in local polls "More production is also now taking place inside Europe, indicating changes in the region's role in the international cocaine trade," the report said. Over the years, South American countries were the main suppliers of cocaine for Europe and with countries like Colombia and Brazil increasing their production, the amount of cocaine in Europe has also gone up. As a result, the report warns of higher health risks in the near future. Also read | European Union likely to sanction Putin's rumoured girlfriend - Report When it comes to individual countries, Belgium was pointed out as the leading producer of cocaine by the EU report. In 2020, the most amount of cocaine was seized from Belgium, and it is supposed to be the leading processing centre for cocaine along with Spain and Netherlands. According to the Reuters report, the market for methamphetamine is also slowly growing in Europe with growing demands in Czech Republic and some Eastern European countries. "There is now growing concern about production facilities located in Belgium and the Netherlands, where methamphetamine can be produced on a considerably larger scale," the report said.

Europe slowly turning into a hub for cocaine and methamphetamine, says EU report

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's most significant engagement is taking place today, it's the second India-Nordic summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Norway PM.

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After successful trips to Germany and Denmark, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today conclude his three-day Europe visit with France and hold talks with French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Addressing the Indian community in Denmark, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that "Our Green Strategic Partnership is guided by PM Frederiksen's personal priorities & values, this shows the strengthening of India-Denmark relations.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen in Copenhagen, Denmark. Both leaders discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest to boost the bilateral relationship.

PM Modi Europe Visit: Indian PM holds talks with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen in Copenhagen. The leaders discussed India-EU relations, Indo-Pacific, and the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

PM Modi Europe Visit: India's PM Modi held bilateral engagement in Danish PM's residence

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen during his Denmark visit. The two leaders discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest to boost the bilateral relationship.

PM Modi Europe Visit: Indian PM Modi meets his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Denmark as part of his three-nation Europe trip. During this visit PM Modi will hold talks with his Danish counterpart and attend the 2nd India-Nordic Summit.

PM Modi Europe Visit: Indian PM Modi arrives in Denmark, will hold talks with Danish counterpart

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Indian PM Narendra Modi has embarked on a Euro tour to boost ties. He landed in Berlin today to hold high-level talks. The visit comes as the Russian invasion rages on in Ukraine. Now, he addresses community reception.

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Here we bring you a continuous coverage of Indian PM Narendra Modi's Europe visit and after his stopover in Berlin, where he met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. PM Modi will today visit Denmark's capital Copenhagen as part of his three-day three-nation tour of Europe. He will meet his Danish counterpart.

PM Modi's three-nation Europe tour: Indian PM to arrive in Denmark's capital later today

Indian PM's three-nation Europe tour: PM Modi to meet his Danish counterpart

India and Germany have signed multiple agreements. Indian PM Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have held a joint briefing after the 6th India-Germany consultations.

India, Germany hold joint briefing after 6th India-Germany consultations

Indian PM Narendra Modi has embarked on a Euro tour to boost ties. He landed in Berlin today to hold high-level talks. The visit comes as the Russian invasion rages on in Ukraine. He held his first in-person meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Ukraine remained the key focus during the talks.

Indian PM Modi holds talks with German Chancellor Scholz: Ukraine remains the key focus

Indian PM Narendra Modi has embarked on Euro tour to boost ties. He landed in Berlin today to hold high-level talks. The visit comes as Russian invasion rages on in Ukraine. He held first in-person meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

PM Modi in Europe: Indian PM holds talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Indian PM Narendra Modi has embarked on Euro tour to boost ties. He landed in Berlin today to hold high-level talks. The visit comes as Russian invasion rages on in Ukraine.

Indian PM Modi in Berlin: The future of India-Germany ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi headed to Europe, he will visit three countries Germany Denmark and France. Even though bilateral cooperation will be the focal point of the high-level meetings, Ukraine will also be discussed.

Indian PM Narendra Modi to visit 3 European Nations, aims to boost ties with Europe

PM Modi in Europe: Indian PM meets with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin

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