The Sao Paulo connection: a Brazilian gang is spreading its cocaine business into Australia
Briefly

The Australian Border Force has documented a significant increase in drug trafficking operations by Brazil's First Capital Command (PCC), particularly in Australia. This evolution is evident from the 2020 interception of 552kg of cocaine disguised in frozen banana pulp, signifying the syndicate's operational debut in Australian markets. The PCC, originating from a Sao Paulo prison in 1993, has shifted from simple drug supplies to actively managing its illicit operations abroad. The Australian market is particularly alluring due to its profitability and stability, prompting calls for international cooperation in combating transnational crime.
Australia's illicit drug market offers transnational organised crime groups high profitability and stability, making it a prime target for expansion by the PCC.
The PCC has transformed from merely supplying drugs to local traffickers in Australia to actively managing operations, showcasing its growing influence.
Remarkably, the PCC's reach has extended from Brazil to Australia, illustrating the global dimensions of organized crime and the need for an international law enforcement strategy.
The evolution of the PCC from a prison gang to a powerful criminal organization involved in various markets highlights the changing landscape of organised crime.
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