AthenaLab Researcher Presents at Special Senate Session on Drug Trafficking
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On Tuesday, January 4, during a special Senate session in Valparaíso, the National Prosecutor’s Office presented the 2021 Drug Trafficking Observatory Report for Chile. In addition to reviewing the main trends highlighted in the study, a comprehensive diagnosis was made, emphasizing the complex situation in prisons, the advancement of drug trafficking in the Southern Macrozone, and the need for inter-agency collaboration.
The discussion and analysis included the participation of AthenaLab researcher Pilar Lizana, who highlighted the penetration of drug trafficking in the country, explaining that it is currently in a mid-stage of consolidation. She also emphasized how Chile’s international connections present an opportunity for organizations engaged in the trafficking of illicit goods, while national ports emerge as critical infrastructure when studying the threats posed by transnational organized crime.
Finally, there was widespread concern regarding the fight against drug trafficking, calling for concrete measures such as the establishment of a specialized ministry, the incorporation of technology, and the modernization of investigative techniques.
