Reading Assignment for Section 7.3

Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 7.3: International Drug Trafficking.

What You Will Learn

In this section, you’ll explore the global scope of drug trafficking, including key production regions and the supply chains that link them to consumer markets. You’ll examine the structures and methods used by international cartels and the role of organizations like INTERPOL in combating these networks. By the end, you’ll assess challenges and future strategies for addressing transnational drug trafficking through advanced technologies and strengthened global partnerships.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 7.3: International Drug Trafficking

• SLO 1: Explain the global scale of drug trafficking, identifying key drug-producing regions and the supply chains that connect them to consumer markets.
• SLO 2: Analyze the organizational structures, financial networks, and smuggling methods used by international drug cartels to sustain their operations.
• SLO 3: Describe the roles of major players in the global drug trade, including Latin American cartels, Asian syndicates, and African transit networks, and how they contribute to the international drug market.
• SLO 4: Evaluate the importance of international cooperation, including the roles of organizations like INTERPOL and bilateral partnerships, in combating transnational drug trafficking.
• SLO 5: Assess the challenges and future strategies in addressing international drug trafficking, focusing on the integration of advanced technologies and the strengthening of global enforcement partnerships.

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