A series of experts provide a systematic overview of this major world problem today, point to major trends and shocks in the immediate future, and assess global targets and networks for combatting the drug trade in the next decade. A valuable survey of major consumers and suppliers of drugs and of national and international responses and enforcement measures, this book defines the problem, describes money laundering, asset forfeiture problems, and policies. Country and regional studies describe the history and structure of the drug industry/trade, governmental and societal responses, and international controls and networks.