BNN: Liquid Narcotics Hard to Detect Without Special Urine Test Kits

The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) of Indonesia has stated that narcotics in liquid form are difficult to detect without special urine test kits, as they often blend seamlessly into public spaces.

During a visit in Jakarta on Thursday (18/6), BNN Chief Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto said the rampant circulation of liquid narcotics, such as liquid cannabis and liquid methamphetamine, represents a new challenge for field officers. “For this reason, BNN continues to strive to strengthen technological detection capacity and is seeking support for budget optimisation together with Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives to face the dynamics of these new addictive substances,” said Commissioner General Suyudi in a statement confirmed on Monday.

The BNN Chief also outlined several activities being intensified by the agency, including the commemoration of International Anti-Narcotics Day (HANI) on 26 June. Unlike previous years, he noted that this year’s observance will feature a series of actions reaching the wider community, such as social services, sports activities, and various competitions.

Furthermore, Suyudi explained that BNN will synergise with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection. This collaboration is deemed crucial given the overlapping critical duties, as current trends in narcotics abuse increasingly target vulnerable groups, particularly children and family environments.

Responding to the presentation, Da’i Bachtiar, the Acting Head of the National Narcotics Coordinating Board (BKNN) for the 2001 period, warmly welcomed the BNN Chief and his attending deputies. He shared historical experiences regarding the early establishment of BNN and how national and international coordination was formed during his tenure. Da’i Bachtiar also provided valuable input on strengthening regulations within the law, particularly concerning the legal standing of BNN investigators, to optimise integrated prevention, rehabilitation, and law enforcement functions in Indonesia.

In addition to strengthening ties, the visit ahead of the 2026 International Anti-Narcotics Day served as a momentum for dialogue on strategic developments in handling narcotics abuse in Indonesia. The warm meeting concluded with a photo session and a shared commitment to fully support BNN’s pledge to realise a ‘Shining Indonesia’ (Bersih Narkoba, or Clean from Drugs).