narcotics seizure

Vietnamese authorities have dismantled the country’s largest synthetic drug factory, seizing 1.4 tons of ketamine in Nha Trang. A six-month investigation led to the arrest of 11 suspects—including Taiwanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese nationals—after raids on three coordinated sites. The bust revealed a highly advanced production setup and stopped a massive drug haul before it hit local or international markets. As Vietnam intensifies its crackdown, the case highlights the region’s growing role in the global narcotics trade.