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The IndexGlobal Organized Crime Index Author: Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime
The Index is a podcast based around the Global Organized Crime Index, an online tool that ranks levels of criminality and resilience in 193 countries. From drug trafficking and mafia-style crimes to criminal justice and security In this series well take a deep dive into the Global Organized Crime Index with leading experts and look at some of the biggest organized crime threats facing countries and regions around the world. The Index was nominated for 'Best Video Podcast' at the 2024 Publishers Podcast Awards. Disclaimer: This series was funded in part by a grant from the United States Department of State. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of State. Language: en Genres: News, News Commentary, True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Fiji’s Methamphetamine Crisis: Pacific’s biggest Drug Bust and surging HIV Rates | The Index
Episode 26
Sunday, 25 January, 2026
In January 2024, Fiji recorded the Pacific’s largest methamphetamine seizure of over four tons bound for Australia. If sold there, the drugs would have had an estimated street value up to 1.2 billion Australian dollars. This episode of The Index unpacks how Fiji has become a key transit hub and takes a closer look at the emerging domestic market, the role of foreign criminal networks and the devastating impacts on Fijian society, including a tenfold rise in HIV cases over the past decade. Guests: Virginia Comolli, Head of Pacific Programme, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime Sesenieli Naitala, Survival Advocacy Network - Fiji Host: Thin Lei Win Learn more: Global Organized Crime Index — ocindex.net Subscribe for more analysis on global organized crime trends.
