The Absence of Bilateral Treaty-Based Engagement Role with Iraq's Neighboring Countries to Curb Drug Trafficking

Abd Al-Sada, Hassan Ubed

doi:10.37651/aujlps.2026.169819.1748

	The Absence of Bilateral Treaty-Based Engagement Role with Iraq's Neighboring Countries to Curb Drug Trafficking
Journal of Anbar University for Law and Political Sciences
Article 23, Volume 16, Issue: 3, September 2026, Pages 692-719 PDF (641.53 K)
Document Type: Research Paper
DOI: 10.37651/aujlps.2026.169819.1748
Author
Hassan Ubed Abd al-Sada^*
Kufa University, College of Law, International Law Branch
Abstract
Drugs represent one of the greatest problems facing societies globally in our time, amounting to a global war against the international community due to their devastating negative effects on humanity, crimes that may even constitute crimes against humanity. Therefore, we must examine the situation in Iraq, particularly after the 2003 invasion and the subsequent spread of this phenomenon. This is a consequence of the transitional period from the old regime to the current one, which saw the emergence of drug trafficking mafias exploiting the absence and weakness of central authority in particular stages. These mafias may be supported by influential figures who provide them with power and generate enormous profits from their illicit trade. Therefore, agreements with neighboring countries are necessary to cut off the sources of these drugs. Such agreements may not currently exist, hence the need for further research on this topic. The study can answer the following question: Are there any binding agreements or treaties between Iraq and neighboring countries to limit the entry of narcotic substances into or through it and to combat them?
Keywords
Neighboring countries; Drug trafficking; Drug abuse; Producing countries; Exporting countries

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