Transnational Crime
Coverage of Transnational Crime in the Nexus archive.
- Medellin Launches Joint US Task Force to Secure Feria de Las Flores
Medellin and US agencies including the FBI launched Task Force Medellin 2026 to secure the Feria de Las Flores and Colombiamoda events from transnational crime and protect children. The operation runs from 28 July to 10 August.
- The New Narco-Sea Routes: How IUU Fishing Networks Are Fueling Drug Trafficking Across the Indo-Pacific
Illegal unreported unregulated (IUU) fishing networks in the Indo-Pacific region are being repurposed as distribution channels for transnational drug trafficking. This convergence of criminal activities poses a significant security challenge for the region.
- FBI Opens Permanent Office in Ecuador
The FBI has established its first permanent office in Ecuador to strengthen law enforcement cooperation and combat transnational crime. This move represents an expansion of the FBI's international presence and operational capacity in South America.