Top 10 Most Powerful Organized Crime Groups

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The Yakuza is known for its strict code of conduct, which includes a deep respect for tradition and a willingness to carry out extreme forms of punishment.

Yakuza

They are primarily based in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China but have a presence in several other countries across the globe, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.

The Triads

They are also known as Cosa Nostra. They originated in Sicily in the 19th century and have since spread throughout Italy and beyond.

Sicilian Mafia

The  CJNG has become one of the most powerful criminal organizations in Mexico, with a presence in several states and a reputation for extreme violence.

The Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion

The Sinaloa Cartel is responsible for a significant portion of the drug trade in North America. They are known for their brutal tactics and their ability to evade law enforcement.

Sinaloa Cartel

The Solntsevskaya Bratva is also known for its ties to the Russian government and its involvement in political corruption.

The Solntsevskaya Bratva

Camorra is involved in a range of illegal activities including drug trafficking, extortion, and money laundering.

Camorra

They are known for its ties to other criminal organizations, including the Juarez Cartel and the Sinaloa Cartel.

The Barrio Azteca

The Russian Mafia emerged after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. The Mafia is infamous for its ruthless tactics and has been linked to numerous high-profile murders.

Russian Mafia

The 'Ndrangheta is also known for its ties to Italian politics and its ability to infiltrate legitimate businesses.

The 'Ndrangheta