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The State of Security in Latin America in 2016

Author(s): Magdalena Lisińska
Subject(s): International relations/trade, Security and defense, Substance abuse and addiction, Present Times (2010 - today)
Published by: Uniwersytet Adama Mickiewicza
Keywords: Latin America; regional security; organized crime; terrorism; territorial disputes;

Summary/Abstract: The article provides an analysis of security in Latin America in 2016, taking into account the nature of threats that exist in the region. The first part of the paper presents the problems arising from ongoing border disputes between Latin American countries. Then, the issue of Latin American terrorism is discussed in light of events 2016. The third part is dedicated to organized crime in Latin America and the threats it generates. A special focus has been placed on the issue of illegal drug trade. The last part covers the conclusion stemming from the considerations developed in the article, as well as a two-part forecast. The first one is short-term and applies for 2017. The second one is a long-term forecast and goes beyond 2017.

  • Issue Year: VII/2017
  • Issue No: 10
  • Page Range: 529-545
  • Page Count: 17
  • Language: Polish