Philippines on Alert for Five Transnational Drug Networks
Philippine police have identified five transnational drug networks actively operating in the country, linked to a foiled P3.5 billion shabu smuggling attempt from Laos. These groups include 'Sam Gor,' which dominates the Asia-Pacific methamphetamine trade, and various other international criminal organizations.
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