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My intention in this essay is to apply some of Lupo’s lessons to the history of the word ’ndrangheta.2 At first glance ’ndrangheta is marked by an obvious contrast with the Sicilian case: whereas, as Lupo …

The aim of this project is to enhance international police cooperation to effectively fight against mafia-type organizations and disrupt ‘Ndrangheta global networks.

The Calabrian ’Ndrangheta is currently the most powerful and dangerous form of mafia in Europe. It has long since moved beyond its home territory and set about conquering the regions of northern Italy …

At first glance ’ndrangheta is marked by an obvious contrast with the Sicilian case: whereas, as Lupo points out, mafia is a polysemous word, ’ndrangheta is a word with many synonyms. Indeed …

By looking at ‘ndrangheta clans as family dynasties, we can inform a framework that cuts through the most common policing aims and strategies against organized crime, as shared by states ...

angheta, a potent criminal group originating from Calabria. It explores how the ‘Ndrangheta has diversified its criminal activities, including drug trafficking and environmental crimes, and its alleged …