The U.S.–China tariff war has turned illegal transshipment into a geopolitical tool. This Insight combines a recent White House report on the "Great Transshipment Scam" with Strategos BIP's regional risk analysis to explain how Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica and other Latin American countries are exposed, and what room governments and companies have to turn that exposure into negotiating leverage.

Monthly CIMA report (July 2026) on illicit trade in Latin America. It analyzes the growing sophistication of criminal networks, smuggling of medical supplies, livestock, and luxury goods, alongside vulnerabilities in free trade zones. Highlights major operational events in Colombia, the Dominican Republic, and Argentina, as well as strategic progress by DIAN, inter-institutional training in Guatemala, and public health interventions.

Three days of cooperation among government authorities, international organizations, the private sector, and academia to analyze illicit trade, share experiences, and develop a collaborative roadmap through the Triangles Strategy.

Monthly CIMA analysis of the main trends, operations, and institutional responses to illicit trade in Latin America during June, with a focus on smuggling, money laundering, e-commerce, and emerging methods used by criminal organizations.

Health alerts issued in Colombia and Mexico reveal how contamination, counterfeiting, smuggling, and illicit trade are converging in the infant formula market. This analysis examines the implications for public health, supply chain security, corporate reputation, and regulatory compliance, highlighting the growing risks facing the infant nutrition industry across Latin America.

Are tariffs enough to protect domestic industries? This CIMA Insight examines Colombia's ceramic sector and explores how technical smuggling, unfair competition, and global supply chain dynamics can undermine trade protection measures. Drawing on cases from Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, the report highlights key challenges for competitiveness and economic security across Latin America.

Perfumes and cosmetics are currently the most counterfeited products worldwide. Beyond the financial losses for brands, these products pose a public health risk, as they are often manufactured without quality controls and may contain heavy metals, bacteria, or carcinogenic substances. The phenomenon creates significant challenges for consumers, businesses, and institutions responsible for market regulation and oversight.

CIMA’s May monthly report examines the evolution of illicit trade across Latin America, highlighting corruption linked to smuggling networks, money laundering schemes involving seemingly legitimate businesses, and the growing illegal trade in pharmaceutical products. The report also reviews key regional trends, identified trafficking routes, and the most significant operational events recorded during the month.

A strategic analysis of how grey markets and the trade of unauthorized products in Latin America erode brand value, distort pricing, and fund organized crime. The article introduces Strategos BIP's "Triangles Strategy" as a comprehensive public-private coordination solution.