While he is not trying to make a judgment on the ultimate effectiveness of the U.S. approach, he is not certain that the U.S. method of imposing its will is always the most productive way of achieving results. In terms of crime, the world is changing and we need to gain a better understanding of where we are going. The old concept of a thief in a small town is no longer applicable. These criminals are business people who go beyond traditional rules of business because it is profitable to do so. We have to recognize that these changes will require alterations in the way we address these problems.
International cooperation is crucial for dealing with global crimes.
Transnational Crime and the Americas Juan is currently assisting the Nathanson Centre with the planning of a meeting on Transnational Crime in the Americas . Transnational crime has emerged during the past decade as a significant issue confronting the countries of the Americas. Traditionally, from a policy perspective, the issue has been defined as a law enforcement matter. However, the growth of transnational criminal activities in such areas as drug and arms trafficking, money laundering, bank fraud, counterfeiting and corruption means that its impact is being felt in diverse sectors. There is a growing body of academic research on the issue of transnational crime in the Americas.