International drug syndicates may be using dredging vessels to smuggle illegal drugs into the Philippines. This concern was raised by Senator Raffy Tulfo,
International drug syndicates may be using dredging vessels to smuggle illegal drugs into the Philippines.
“On a weekly basis, many vessels from other countries arrive here to do dredging, and these are large ships with many crews. Drugs can be hidden in bags or sacks and placed in the engine or under the bed. However, if the PDEA and Coast Guard join forces, we can ensure that 99 percent of what enters the country is free of illegal drugs, and these illegal drugs will not be able to get through,” he stated.
Tulfo also urged PDEA to update its drug list, emphasizing the need for accurate and current information to effectively combat illegal drug trafficking.
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