The scourge of opiates: The illicit narcotics trade in the Islamic Republic of Iran |
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Authors: | David R Sabatelle |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Sociology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, 899 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY 10019, USA |
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Abstract: | This study seeks to provide an overview of drug trafficking in Iran, particularly as it relates to the Iran–Afghan and Iran–Pakistan
border regions. Data were obtained from a systematic review of the academic literature and from open sources, including media
reports and official documents. The Iranian government is credited with dedicating substantial resources to combating the
drug trafficking. Despite these efforts, Iran continues to be the most significant transit country for opium and heroin from
Afghanistan. Several factors are identified that help to explain why Iran, despite its efforts, continues to play a central
role in the international drug trade. |
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