Antonio Maria Costa

Antonio Maria Costa is an Italian economist and diplomat who served as the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) from 2002 to 2010. In this role, he focused on global issues related to drug trafficking, crime, and corruption. Costa has also held positions within the European Union and the Italian government, contributing to policies on international security and economic issues. He is known for his expertise in crime prevention and for advocating coordinated international efforts to combat illegal activities and promote stability worldwide.