"An extensive overview of the drug trade in the Americas and its impact on politics, economics, and society throughout the region. . . . Highly recommended."--C

This work examines the major trends in drug trafficking and organised crime in the Americas in the 21st century. It explores U.S. drug policies within the U.S.

Global drug trafficking intersects with a vast array of international security issues ranging from war and terrorism to migration and state stability. More than

Bribes, Bullets, and Intimidation is the first book to examine drug trafficking through Central America and the efforts of foreign and domestic law enforcement

This report is one of several studies conducted by UNODC on organized crime threats around the world. These studies describe what is known about the mechanics o