The GOA actively opposes the production and distribution of illegal drugs and the laundering of drug proceeds. Agreements and Treaties. A mutual legal assistance treaty with the US is under negotiation. A US-Australia extradition treaty is in effect. Australia cooperates closely with the US and third countries to counter money laundering and is active in the Financial Action Task Force.
Cannabis is the only illicit drug known to be cultivated in Australia.
Crop size has not decreased in recent years despite vigorous eradication efforts. GOA law enforcement authorities report an increase in the use of sophisticated indoor and hydroponic cannabis growing operations. According to DEA reporting, Australia is an attractive target for South American cocaine trafficking organizations and Southeast Asian heroin traffickers. US Policy Initiatives and Programs Policy Initiatives. The primary USG goals are the assessment of US-Australia trafficking trends and assistance in gathering intelligence on drug trafficking groups and their effects on international markets.