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Child Exploitation
Abuse of children for labor, sex, or other illegal purposes. Widespread issue with hotspots in Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South America.
Arms Trafficking
The illegal trade of weapons affecting conflict zones in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Diamond Smuggling
Illicit trade of diamonds to finance conflict, known as 'blood diamonds'. Mainly affects West and Central African countries.
Human Trafficking
Illegal trade of humans for exploitation or commercial gain. Impacted regions include Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Identity Theft
Stealing personal information to commit fraud. A growing problem in more technologically advanced countries.
Terrorism
Acts of violence for political aims. Regions impacted include the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
Money Laundering
Process of concealing the origins of illegally obtained money. High incidence in financial centers globally.
Cybercrime
Crimes conducted via the internet including hacking and fraud. Worldwide impact but prevalent in Eastern Europe, Asia, and North America.
Illegal Immigration
Unauthorized entry or residence in another country. Particularly affects the U.S., Europe, and countries bordering conflict zones.
Environmental Crime
Illicit activities harming the environment, including illegal logging and pollution. Major impacts in the Amazon, Central Africa, and Russia.
Wildlife Trafficking
Illegal trade in endangered species impacting Africa, Asia, and South America.
Drug Trafficking
The illegal trade of drugs across countries impacting Central and South America, Asia, and North America.
Organ Trafficking
Illegal trade in human organs. Common in regions with high poverty levels and weak legal systems, including parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Piracy
Maritime crime including ship hijacking, primarily impacting the Horn of Africa and Southeast Asia.
Intellectual Property Theft
Illegal copying and distribution of copyrighted material. Countries with strong tech industries, like the United States, Japan, and South Korea, are especially impacted.
Cultural Property Theft
Stealing or illicit trade of cultural artifacts. Countries with ancient civilizations, such as Iraq, Egypt, and Peru, are often victims.
Corruption
Abuse of power for private gain. Universal issue but notably problematic in Russia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Maritime Drug Trafficking
Illegal drug transportation by sea, significantly impacting Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean.
Counterfeiting
Production of fake goods or currency. A global issue with notable activity in China, Italy, and Nigeria.
Nuclear Smuggling
Illegal trade of nuclear materials and technology. Concern in post-Soviet states, parts of Asia, and the Middle East.
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