Colombia Views International Coalition as Catalyst Against Transnational Crime

Colombia · Latin America + Caribbean region

Transnational criminal organizations in Colombia have expanded beyond drug trafficking by diversifying revenues and adopting new technologies to challenge security forces. In response, Colombia's Defense Minister Mora stated that the country is pursuing a strategy combining territorial control, strengthened military and police capabilities, disrupted illicit finances, and international cooperation, viewing an international coalition as a catalyst for this effort.

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