Mexican Drug Cartel's Crystal Meth Ingredient May be From Belgian Pharma Execs

Seven Belgian pharmaceutical executives may face trial on suspicion of supplying an important ingredient for making crystal meth to a Mexican drug cartel. Ephedrine or pseudoephedrine is a substance normally found in cough syrup and nasal decongestants, but it can also be used to make the drug.

South America's Cocaine Industry in on the Decline, Impacting the International Drug Market

By Nicole Akoukou Thompson
South America's cocaine industry is losing speed, according to recent reports, which suggests Colombia and Peru has seen a decline in production.
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