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From Deng Xiaoping to Fentanyl: The CCP’s Long Game to Infiltrate North America

The Bureau Podcast

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China's Drug War: A Historical Perspective

This chapter explores China's drug war against the West, particularly during the late 1970s and early 1980s under Deng Xiaoping's leadership. It examines the impact of historical events, such as the Cultural Revolution and the establishment of Special Economic Zones, on the interplay between organized crime and state policies. The discussion reveals how the historical context continues to affect contemporary geopolitical dynamics and illicit activities, including fentanyl trafficking.

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