Illicit Arms Trade

Illicit arms trade involves the illegal buying, selling, or transfer of weapons, often across borders, outside government regulation. It includes trafficking small arms, firearms, and heavy weaponry to criminal groups, terrorists, or nations forbidden by law. This trade fuels violence, conflicts, and crime, undermining peace and security worldwide. It is driven by profit motives, corruption, and weak enforcement, making it a complex global issue that challenges governments' efforts to control and prevent the illegal proliferation of weapons.