Transnational Narcotics Trafficking across Vietnam Borderland and Lao People's Democratic Republic

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter 1: Introduction
• 1.1. Background and statement
• 1.2. Research purpose and question
• 1.3. Scope and definition
• 1.4. Synopsis of the thesis
• Chapter 2: Literature review
• 2.1. Chapter overview and objective
• 2.2. Cross-border concerns and their impact on transnational narcotics trafficking
• 2.3. Applying social network analysis to drug trafficking studies
• 2.4. Criminal networks and their implications to drug trafficking
• 2.5. Modus operandi in drug trafficking script's stages
• 2.6. Typologies of transnational narcotics trafficking
• 2.7. Summary of chapter
• Chapter 3: Research Method
• 3.1. Chapter overview and objectives
• 3.2. Researching transnational narcotics trafficking
• 3.3. Mixed methods research (MMR)
• 3.4. Mixed method exploratory sequential design
• 3.5. Some constraints and solutions
• 3.6. Summary of chapter
• Chapter 4: Key findings
• 4.1. Chapter overview and objectives
• 4.2. Descriptive case studies
• 4.3. Structural components in transnational narcotics trafficking entities
• 4.4. Crime script analysis
• 4.5. Summary of chapter
• Chapter 5: Law enforcement officers assessments of transnational narcotics trafficking
• 5.1. Chapter overview and objectives
• 5.2. Survey implementation
• 5.3. Survey findings
• 5.4. Barriers and challenges to combat transnational narcotics trafficking
• 5.5. Summary of chapter
• Chapter 6: Interpretation and discussion
• 6.1. Chapter overview and objectives
• 6.2. The nature of transnational narcotics trafficking: compare and contrast
• 6.3. Initial recommendations and prioritized issues for enhancing cooperation to combat transnational narcotics trafficking
• 6.4. Summary of chapter

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research explores the intricacies of transnational narcotics trafficking in Vietnam, aiming to understand its structural characteristics and the impact of transnational criminal networks. The study seeks to offer insights into the methods and strategies employed by these networks, ultimately aiming to inform and improve law enforcement efforts against this illicit trade.

• The impact of transnational criminal networks on narcotics trafficking in Vietnam
• The organizational structure and methods of transnational narcotics trafficking entities
• The role of social network analysis in understanding drug trafficking dynamics
• Challenges faced by law enforcement in combating transnational narcotics trafficking
• Recommendations for enhancing cooperation and combating transnational narcotics trafficking

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The first chapter sets the stage for the research by providing a detailed background on narcotics trafficking in Vietnam and the broader context of transnational crime. It lays out the research question and objectives, along with the scope and methodology to be employed. Chapter two delves into a comprehensive literature review exploring relevant scholarly work on transnational narcotics trafficking, cross-border criminal activities, and the application of social network analysis in drug trafficking studies. The chapter examines existing typologies and modus operandi in transnational drug trafficking. Chapter three focuses on the research methodology, detailing the mixed methods approach employed, including both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. This chapter explains the rationale for using a mixed methods design and outlines the specific procedures and tools used in the study.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The research centers around the keywords: transnational narcotics trafficking, Vietnam, criminal networks, social network analysis, law enforcement, cross-border crime, mixed methods research, drug trafficking, modus operandi, typologies, challenges, recommendations, cooperation.