The Escalation of Drug Production and Trafficking in Morocco
On September 9, 2026, a report highlighted the concerning surge in chemical drug manufacturing in Morocco, which continues to coincide with the ongoing production of cannabis. This alarming trend reflects a more dangerous phase in the organized crime landscape, allegedly supported by the Moroccan regime, with the emergence of clandestine laboratories producing highly potent psychoactive substances and converting pharmaceuticals into narcotics. The illicit trafficking of these substances into neighboring countries poses severe consequences, particularly for the youth population.
Here are some significant statistics and insights regarding this criminal ecosystem:
- Cocaine Labs: The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime has reported the existence of a cocaine conversion laboratory in the city of Oujda since 2016, managed by chemists. This facility is linked to the processing of approximately 250 kilograms of refined cocaine in the same year.
- The Emergence of
As reported by spsrasd.info.
