Brazil and Paraguay initiated the 48th Operation New Alliance to combat drug trafficking. The operation involves multiple agencies and aims to destroy marijuana plantations along the border. In previous operations, over 4.5 tons of marijuana were eliminated in 2024, and ongoing efforts will enhance cooperation between the two nations.
Brazil and Paraguay commenced the 48th edition of Operation New Alliance on Monday, October 10, aiming to combat drug trafficking. This collaborative endeavor involves the Federal Police (PF) of Brazil and Paraguay’s National Anti-Drug Secretariat (Senad), alongside military personnel from the Joint Task Force (FTC) and agents from the Paraguayan Public Ministry.
The operation employs both land vehicles and helicopters, focusing on the border area between the Paraguayan department of Amambay and Mato Grosso do Sul in Brazil. Notably, New Alliance targets the destruction of marijuana plantations and processing facilities utilized by traffickers.
In 2024, previous phases of Operation New Alliance reportedly dismantled over 4.5 tons of marijuana, primarily still in the fields with an estimated yield of three tons per hectare. The current phase is set to last around ten days, with raids mostly occurring in Paraguay, supported by Brazilian Federal Police providing critical maps and coordinates.
In a recent meeting in Asunción, Brazilian and Paraguayan authorities, including Jalil Rachid of Senad and Felipe Tavares Seixas of the Federal Police, discussed the operation’s outcomes and planned future joint efforts. This meeting emphasized the importance of improving collaboration on intelligence sharing and operational capacity to dismantle illicit crops.
The 48th edition of Operation New Alliance marks a significant partnership between Brazil and Paraguay in combating drug trafficking. With targeted operations aimed at dismantling marijuana production and trafficking structures, the operation underscores the importance of cross-border cooperation to manage and mitigate drug-related issues effectively. Enhanced intelligence sharing and operational coordination are crucial for future success.
Original Source: www.h2foz.com.br
