Navies intercept narcotics far from home because a shipment remains concentrated at sea, so one seizure can remove a large quantity from the supply chain. Operating with or near partners also lets a navy protect its own interests while providing a visible benefit to allies. Counter-piracy can create a similar combination of security and relationship-building. These missions earn practical diplomatic credit through work that also addresses a national threat.
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Why navies intercept narcotics far from home
Distant counter-narcotics patrols strike concentrated supply at sea while giving allies a visible example of shared maritime security.