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The Rise of Nitazenes and Cartel Expansion
This chapter examines the alarming emergence of nitazenes, a potent class of synthetic opioids surpassing fentanyl, and their production origins in China. It discusses the increasing risks of overdose amidst drug traffickers' profit-driven motivations, alongside the contamination of recreational drugs with fentanyl. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the expansion of Mexican cartels, particularly the Sinaloa and Jalisco, into European and African markets, revealing their tactics and impact on public safety.