Costa Rica Warns Environmental Crimes Are Linked to Organized Networks

Costa Rica's prosecutors have raised alarms about a growing connection between environmental crimes and international organized crime syndicates. Wildlife trafficking, illegal mining, and unlawful natural resource trades are no longer isolated incidents; they're part of a sophisticated, well-coordinated network. This shift highlights the escalating threat these crimes pose to global ecosystems and economies, demanding a more robust international response to protect our planet's natural resources.