Europe faces ongoing cocaine challenges
Reports indicate that Europe has become the world's leading destination for cocaine, amidst the worsening spread of the problem despite increased security measures at ports and borders. Cocaine has become purer, and its prices have dropped by 18% between 2014 and 2024, making it easier for society to access, including teenagers. Smuggling networks employ advanced methods such as speedboats, submarines, and jamming systems, with shipments being moved away from major ports through new maritime routes across the Atlantic. Cocaine production in Latin America has significantly increased, with profits from trafficking rising, leading to cocaine being responsible for over a quarter of drug-related deaths in Europe. There are warnings emphasizing the need to focus on reducing demand and combating addiction alongside efforts to curb smuggling.
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