Transnational Crime

Ghost Gliders: Spanish Narco-Submarines

ZFTWARNING — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 23:38:18 +0000

Ghost Gliders: Spanish Narco-Submarines ZFTWARNING Mon, 08/31/2020 - 7:38pm

This open source intelligence (OSINT) report documents the development of narco-submarines in Spanish waters. These vessels, known as LPVs (Low Profile Vessels) or alternatively SPSS (Self-Propelled Semi-Submersible) vessels, are proliferating globally. These 'narco-submarines' now include three types: Fully Submersible Vessels (FSVs), Low Profile Vessels (LPVs), and hybrid Low Profile Vessels/Go-Fast Vessels (LPV/GFVs).

Criminal Networks: A Gateway for Terrorists

SWJED — Mon, 01 May 2017 14:39:03 +0000

Criminal Networks: A Gateway for Terrorists

The U.S. Southern Command has a tremendous bearing on the U.S. National and domestic security efforts based on proximity and the nature of threats to the U.S. borders.

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Dragon on the Border: Mexican and Chinese Transnational Criminal Networks and Implications for the United States

SWJED — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 10:15:43 +0000

Dragon on the Border: Mexican and Chinese Transnational Criminal Networks and Implications for the United States

As China continues deepening commercial ties with LatAm, it is possible the increased flow of goods and people could present more opportunities for Chinese triads to expand their operations.

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