By “Asian Countries”, I’m specifically referring to East Asia and Southeast Asia… you know, the countries affected by british imperialism and the drug problem the brits caused in the past.
Edit: This question should not be misconstrued as me promoting such policies, I’m just curious about different perspectives.
I know that my parents would probably support such policies, so I’m wondering what westerners think…
No, im of the opinion that the Amsterdam model is the most ethical response (so far) to drug abuse and mental health assistance. If addiction is a factor, punishment is not a deterant (and atleast in The US, an excuse for authorities to abuse the carve-out in the 13th ammendment). Treating people as patients instead of criminals provides the most good to society.