Russia's criminals go global

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The Russian 'Mafiya' or organized crime syndicate is adistinct and dynamic form of contemporary organized crime and consists of a series of loose and flexible networks of semi-independent criminal entrepreneurs. It has not only established a powerful hold over much of Russian economic and political life, but is also rapidly maneuvering to become an international phenomenon. The Russian Mafiya is believed to oeprate directly in 60-65 nations worldwide, and there are few parts of the world where its influence is not felt.

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Russia's porous border causes security problems

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The author examines efforts by Russian officials to increase security at borders to reduce criminal activity by organized crime.

Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, Border Enforcement Activities, National security, Drug traffic, Drug dealing, Border patrols

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Central Asian Republic increase co-operation on organized crime

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The organized and transnational crime groups are posing serious challenges to the Central Asian Republic, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The ability of their governments to handle the situation in order to prevent organized crimes is determined.

General services, Kazakhstan, International politics, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Safety and security measures, Company legal issue, Investigations, International relations, Military aspects, Central Asia

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