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Crimes Threatening National Security in The Netherlands

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Arms Trafficking: A Growing Concern

Arms trafficking refers to the import, export, acquisition, sale, delivery, movement, or transfer of arms, their parts and components, and ammunition across national borders.

Characteristics of Arms Trafficking in The Netherlands

• International trade hub
• Membership in the European Union
• Strategic geographic location

Modus Operandi of Arms Traffickers

• Arms often originate from Germany, Belgium, and Balkan countries.
• They are traded via parcel packages and road transport.
• Storage boxes are used to store the arms.
• Part of criminal networks and smaller groups of arms dealers are involved in trafficking.

Extent of the Threat: Illegal Firearms in The Netherlands

• Estimated 230,000 illegal firearms circulated in The Netherlands in 2017.
• The number increased to over 6,500 cases by the end of 2021.

Bribery: A Serious Issue

Bribery involves the offering, giving, receiving, or solicitation of something of value to influence the actions or decisions of individuals in positions of authority.

Extent of the Threat: Bribery in The Netherlands

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