Illicit Trade in High-Risk Sectors
Implications of Illicit Alcohol for Public Health and Criminal Networks
Trade in illicit alcohol products is an attractive target for organised crime, as both the market and potential profits are large, in some cases requiring little investment. The illicit alcohol trade not only fuels criminal networks, but also poses significant risks to public health and safety. This report structures and enhances existing evidence on illicit alcohol trade. It examines the nature and scope of illicit trade in the sector, assesses the impacts of illicit trade on socio-economic development, and identifies the factors driving illicit trade in the sector.
Foreword
Illicit trade is a universal threat that grows in scope and magnitude undermining good governance, the rule of law and citizens’ trust in government. Illicit trade not only has a corrosive impact on the sales and profits of affected firms and on the economy in general, but also poses critical threats to social welfare, and public safety. In addition, in some high-risk sectors, such as that of illicit pharmaceuticals, food or alcohol, illicit trade poses particularly severe health and safety threats for citizens.
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