CSTO's international operation to combat drug trafficking takes place in Almaty Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have joined forces as part of Operation Canal - the Caspian Lighthouse. The security forces identify drug trafficking channels across borders, check cargo, luggage and international mail, and also suppress the online sale of prohibited substances. In addition, they will identify the illegal trade in arms and ammunition as well as the laundering of proceeds from drug crimes, the commission to combat drug crime reported.

CSTO's international operation to combat drug trafficking takes place in Almaty Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have joined forces as part of Operation Canal - the Caspian Lighthouse. The security forces identify drug trafficking channels across borders, check cargo, luggage and international mail, and also suppress the online sale of prohibited substances. In addition, they will identify the illegal trade in arms and ammunition as well as the laundering of proceeds from drug crimes, the commission to combat drug crime reported.