NESA Center alum Christian Vianna de Azevedo authored the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) report, "The Nexus between Transnational Organized Crime and Terrorism in Latin America."

The report, published on 18 June 2024, explores the intricate relationships between organized crime and terrorism across Latin America. It presents case studies to illustrate the diverse ways in which these connections manifest among various terror and criminal groups throughout the continent. The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) has conducted ongoing studies which highlight critical issues and cross-regional links, necessitating deeper analysis in other areas such as Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

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About the Author

Christian Vianna de Azevedo is a UNICRI Senior Fellow and Supervisory Special Agent with the Brazilian Federal Police, currently serving as the Undersecretary of Justice and Public Security at Minas Gerais, Brazil, under the overall guidance and editing of Chiara Bologna, UNICRI.

About the Publisher

The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) is one of the five United Nations Research and Training Institutes. The institute was founded in 1968 to assist the international community in formulating and implementing improved policies in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice.

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