Drug Trafficking

Extracted Attributes

• Scope

  Global

• Impact

  Undermines law enforcement and government authority, contributes to instability, social consequences, deforestation, soil erosion

• Synonyms

  Illegal drug trade, Narcotrafficking

• Challenges

  Difficult to reduce rates of drug consumption

• Definition

  Global black market dedicated to the cultivation, manufacture, distribution, and sale of prohibited drugs.

• Estimated Market Size (2014)

  US$426 billion to US$652 billion

• Associated Criminal Activities

  Corruption, money laundering, human trafficking, violent crime, arms trafficking, wildlife trafficking

• Percentage of World GDP (2014)

  Nearly 1%

Timeline

• The global illicit drug market was estimated to be between US$426 billion and US$652 billion, representing nearly 1% of the world's GDP. (Source: wikipedia)

  2014

• The regime of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela is described as a criminal structure deeply involved in drug trafficking and human rights violations. (Source: related_documents)

  Current

Illegal drug trade

The illegal drug trade, drug trafficking, or narcotrafficking is a global black market dedicated to the cultivation, manufacture, distribution and sale of prohibited drugs. Most jurisdictions prohibit trade, except under license, of many types of drugs through the use of drug prohibition laws. The think tank Global Financial Integrity's Transnational Crime and the Developing World report estimates the size of the global illicit drug market between US$426 and US$652 billion in 2014. With a world GDP of US$78 trillion in the same year, the illegal drug trade may be estimated as nearly 1% of total global trade. Consumption of illegal drugs is widespread globally, and it remains very difficult for local authorities to reduce the rates of drug consumption.

Web Search Results

• Drug trafficking | Research Starters - EBSCO

  Drug trafficking refers to the illicit trade of controlled substances, a global black market involving the farming, processing, distribution, and sale of illegal drugs. Most countries impose strict regulations or bans on the trade of certain drugs, leading to a complex network of criminal organizations that engage in this activity. These networks vary significantly in size and structure, ranging from individual dealers to powerful cartels. Drug trafficking is often linked with other criminal [...] Published in: 2024 By: Klenowski, Paul M. Go to EBSCOhost and sign in to access more content about this topic. ## Drug trafficking DEFINITION: Illicit trade of any drugs legally defined as controlled substances. [...] Most countries throughout the world prohibit or closely restrict the trade of certain drugs. Illegal drug trafficking represents a global black market consisting of the farming, processing, distribution, and sale of illegal substances. Drug trafficking also tends to be closely associated with other criminal activity, including corruption, money laundering, and human trafficking. Law enforcement agencies at every level often include combating the illegal drug trade as a major part of their

• Drug trafficking - Unodc

  Le trafic de stupéfiants est un commerce international illicite comprenant la culture, la fabrication, la distribution et la vente de substances interdites par la loi. L'ONUDC contrôle et recherche en permanence les marchés illicites de stupéfiants internationaux afin de mieux appréhender leurs dynamiques. Le trafic de stupéfiants est au cœur de cette recherche. Davantage d'informations sont disponibles dans le Rapport mondial sur les drogues annuel. [...] Actuellement, la consommation mondiale d'héroïne (340 tonnes) ainsi que les saisies représentent un flux annuel de 430 à 450 tonnes d'héroïne sur le marché international. L'opium du Myanmar et de la République démocratique populaire lao en représentent environ 50 tonnes, alors que le reste, près de 380 tonnes d'héroïne et de morphine, est produit exclusivement à partir d'opium afghan. Bien que cinq tonnes soient consommées et saisies en Afghanistan, les 375 tonnes restantes font l'objet d'un [...] Kirghizistan (ou l'Ouzbékistan ou le Turkménistan) vers le Kazakhstan et la Fédération de Russie. L'envergure du marché est estimée à un total de 13 milliards de dollars par an.

• Drug trafficking - Interpol

  Drug trafficking is often associated with other forms of crime, such as money laundering or corruption. Trafficking routes are used by criminal networks to transport other illicit products including firearms, uncut diamonds and live pangolins creating a convergence of crime. [...] en en fr es ar ## What are you searching for ? # Drug trafficking Home Crimes Drug trafficking + Our role in fighting drug trafficking + Drugs analysis and intelligence + Drugs operations + Drugs projects + - Project Mayag Drug trafficking affects all parts of the world as either source, transit or destination regions. Convergence of crimes [...] Organized crime groups are benefiting from a convergence of crimes and are using the same routes for different illicit activities including the trafficking of drugs, arms and wildlife. ### The issues Criminal networks traffic a range of drugs including cannabis, cocaine, heroin and synthetics such as methamphetamine and fentanyl. As international borders become increasingly porous, global abuse and accessibility to drugs have become increasingly widespread.

• Drug trafficking | Bureau of Justice Statistics

  _Drug trafficking_—Includes trafficking, sales, distribution, possession with intent to distribute or sell, manufacturing, and smuggling of controlled substances. It does not include possession of controlled substances. _Other drug offenses_—Includes possession of controlled substances, prescription violations, possession of drug paraphernalia, and other drug law violations. Automated Tags Drug possession Drug laws Drug trafficking Drug possessionDrug lawsDrug trafficking []( [...] Drug trafficking | Bureau of Justice Statistics Skip to main content Image 1: U.S. flag An official website of the United States government, Department of Justice. Here's how you know Here's how you know Image 2 Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Image 3 Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

• Drug Trafficking: Definition, Types, and Causes - JOUAV

  Drug trafficking is closely linked to violent crime. In Central America, particularly in areas like the Guatemala-Honduras border, regions with high drug trafficking activity also suffer from elevated violence rates. The pervasive presence of drug cartels fuels not only drug-related violence but also broader criminal activities. [...] Additionally, addressing the environmental impact of drug cultivation, such as deforestation and soil erosion, is crucial for sustainable development. ### International Cooperation Drug trafficking is a transnational crime that requires a coordinated global response. Sharing intelligence, extraditing suspects, and jointly investigating criminal organizations are essential components of successful cooperation. [...] Communities affected by drug trafficking face severe social consequences. The drug trade undermines law enforcement and government authority, contributing to corruption and instability. In Colombia, ongoing drug violence and weak governance have created an environment where traffickers operate with relative impunity. The societal impact is profound, with drug trafficking contributing to a cycle of violence and instability that undermines social cohesion and public trust.