Adam Rousselle

In this engaging discussion, Adam Rousselle, a researcher focused on illicit arms trade, highlights the alarming shift of Chinese organized crime into Africa. He reveals how interconnected Chinese networks are fueling illicit crypto mining, illegal wildlife trafficking, and arms sales in regions plagued by weak governance. Adam also delves into a significant Congolese court case involving gold smuggling and the role of local corruption. He emphasizes the need for better regulatory enforcement to combat these illicit economies and disrupt harmful trade flows.