UN Helps Panama Strengthen Maritime Security to Curb Illicit Trade

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–22 June 2010 – In an effort to strengthen maritime security in Central America, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and Panama today launched a joint programme intended to prevent illicit and counterfeit goods from entering markets through sea ports.

The programme includes the launch by UNODCof the Centre of Excellence on Maritime Security in Panama City and the opening of a regional office for Central America, Cuba and…