The 'ndrangheta is the mafia originally developed in Calabria and represents one of the oldest and most diffuse criminal organizations in Southern Italy. It has long been underestimated by judges, police forces and political institutions. The 'Ndrangheta has spread its illegal activities well beyond the Italian borders. Moreover, it has reached a European leading position in many criminal activities including the drug trafficking. This chapter analyzes the internal, rigid and 'traditionalist' organization of the 'Ndrangheta and its control over Calabria's territory; the changing nature of its illegal activities over recent decades; and its ability to consolidate strategic alliances with mainstream politics, the 'legal' economy, professions, and part of the public administration.
The Strongest Mafia. 'Ndrangheta made in Calabria
PARINI, Ercole Giap
2010-01-01
Abstract
The 'ndrangheta is the mafia originally developed in Calabria and represents one of the oldest and most diffuse criminal organizations in Southern Italy. It has long been underestimated by judges, police forces and political institutions. The 'Ndrangheta has spread its illegal activities well beyond the Italian borders. Moreover, it has reached a European leading position in many criminal activities including the drug trafficking. This chapter analyzes the internal, rigid and 'traditionalist' organization of the 'Ndrangheta and its control over Calabria's territory; the changing nature of its illegal activities over recent decades; and its ability to consolidate strategic alliances with mainstream politics, the 'legal' economy, professions, and part of the public administration.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
