Prof. Dr. Sevil Atasoy was elected as a member for INCB 2022 – 2027 for the third time

Uskudar University's Vice-Chancellor, 2005-2010 and 2015-2022 United Nations (UN) International Drug Control Board (INCB) Member and former President Prof. Dr. Sevil Atasoy were elected as a member of INCB for the third time for the period 2022-2027. Prof. Dr. Sevil Atasoy received more votes than China and Russia. According to this; USA 36, Turkey 35, Madagascar 33, China 30, Russia 28 votes.

The International Drug Control Board (INCB), established by the 1961 convention, was tasked with overseeing the implementation of conventions, identifying glitches, making advisory decisions, and, where necessary, imposing sanctions. The 13 members of the council are neutral persons elected for a 5-year term by 56 member countries of the economic and Social Council and they do not represent their country.

Üsküdar Haber Ajansı (ÜHA)