East China Province Targets New NarcoticEast China's Fujian province has listed ecstasy pill and a new drug nicknamed K powder as banned narcotics for the first time in China in a regulation to take effect as of October 1.The pill and powder have been popular among young people in some public place for entertainment in many parts of the country. The Regulation on Narcotic Control of Fujian Province also stipulates that use of opium poppy hull in food by restaurants will be subject to penalties ranging from fines of 5,000 yuan to 30,000 yuan, to criminal punishment. The regulation recently passed by local legislature stipulates that permission from public health administration is required for qualified medical centers to run drug rehabilitation centers. Entertainment and hotel industries are forbidden to offer space and other conveniences for drug takers. Those breaking this law will face fines and criminal investigation, according to the regulation. |
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