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01/05/2018

The origin of piracy and illegal maritime traffics: the situation in West Africa and the presence of organized crime (DIEEEO51-2018)

The widespread presence of organized crime activities in certain countries of Western Africa, makes it a key region for its study. What factors are behind the origin of organized crime in this area of the African continent? What elements are favouring its development? In order respond to this problem, this article focuses on the exposure and analysis of the political, economic and social sectors of West Africa, with special emphasis on the main forms of organized crime detected in the area.

Author: Paula Iriarte Pestaña

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