PROJECTS

Here, you will find a one-stop-shop for each SOC ACE research project including publications, information about events and external engagement, media and contact details for researchers.

Belgium, China, Djibouti, Dubai, Egypt, Greece, Kenya, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Morocco, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania Asiyah-Vanessa Dubuisson Belgium, China, Djibouti, Dubai, Egypt, Greece, Kenya, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Morocco, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania Asiyah-Vanessa Dubuisson

Smuggling along the new silk road: The role of Global Trade Hubs (GTH)

The project evaluates the role of Global Trade Hubs (GTH) along the maritime Silk Road in facilitating illicit activities, particularly smuggling, leveraging proven methods based on mirror trade statistics. By comparing these findings with existing assessments of illicit activities and flows, the project aims to provide insights into the potential risks associated with GTH involvement in illicit financial flows (IFFs).

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