The Drug War

Counternarcotics Programs in Colombia and Peru Gao ID: T-NSIAD-92-9 February 20, 1992

This testimony summarizes the results of two GAO reports issued in September and October 1991 (GAO/NSIAD-91-296 and GAO/NSIAD-92-36, respectively) on U.S. counternarcotics programs in Colombia and Peru. GAO indicated that the United States was farther along in implementing the Andean Strategy in Colombia than in Peru because of the Colombian government's commitment to combat drug trafficking. Peru must overcome serious difficulties in fighting the drug war before the strategy can become effective. In addition, the United States must strengthen its oversight in both countries to ensure that military and law enforcement aid is used efficiently, effectively, and as intended. Finally, human rights abuses are a major concern in both countries.



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