Drug trafficking in the Sahel region serves as a major security threat.
The Sahel region serves as a crucial stopover point for criminal networks trafficking drugs from South America to Europe. UNODC reports drug trafficking in the Sahel poses threats to regional security, economic development, rule of law, and public health. Cannabis resin, cocaine, and pharmaceutical opioids are the most commonly seized drugs. Authorities, with UN assistance, are combating this issue by dismantling criminal networks and making record drug seizures.
May 05, 2024
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