| ID | 138896 |
| Title Proper | Convergence of terrorism and transnational crime in Central Asia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Dinar, Shlomi ; Reyes, Liana Eustacia |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article examines the convergence among ethnic groups, narco-traffickers, insurgents, and terror organizations in Central Asia. It analyzes the lucrative business of drug trafficking and the diffusion of globalization, which have undoubtedly brought these once disparate groups together. It will explore how the increasing movement of illicit goods and people, proliferation of transportation technology, growing infrastructure, cooperative ethnicities, as well as a shared need for funding, have provided these groups with an opportunity to consolidate their efforts in ways that were not possible in the past. |
| `In' analytical Note | Studies in Conflict and Terrorism Vol. 38, No.5; May 2015: p.380-393 |
| Journal Source | Studies in Conflict and Terrorism Vol: 38 No 5 |
| Key Words | Transnational crime ; Central Asia ; Ethnic groups ; Insurgents ; Terror Organizations ; Convergence of Terrorism ; Narco - Traffickers ; Diffusion of Globalization |