THE CONCEPT OF TRANSNATIONAL ORGANIZED CRIME IN INTERNATIONAL LAW AND ALGERIAN LEGISLATION
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Abstract
Given that transnational organized crime is considered a crime of an international nature, international cooperation is essential for its eradication. For this reason, international efforts have intensified to combat organized crime, as evidenced by international conferences and conventions. National criminal legislation must also include provisions addressing emerging crimes to keep pace with the challenges posed by organized crime. The United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime serves as the cornerstone for criminalizing various forms of this phenomenon, which is characterized by its diversity and cross-border reach. These crimes include drug trafficking, human trafficking, arms trafficking, and other serious offenses. These challenges have prompted the state parties to the convention to amend their domestic legislation to align with the legal framework set forth by the United Nations. In this study, we will examine the extent to which Algerian legislation aligns with this international model.
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