Question

A major opium-producing region of Southwest Asia, comprising Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkey, Iran, and former regions of the Soviet Union are commonly referred to as:

Answer 1

Answer: Golden Crescent

Step-by-step explanation:

The Golden Crescent region of South Asia is a global site for the production of opium and its distribution. It comprises Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkey, Iran, and former regions of the Soviet Union.

Opium has been grown in the Golden Crescent for several years and it's a a main source of heroine supply to the United Kingdom.