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Many U.S.-based companies, particularly within the oil and gas sector, play a key role in enabling cartels to operate efficiently and profitably. These companies often provide logistical support, infrastructure, or financial services that, while seemingly legitimate, facilitate the continuation of illicit activities. Their operations help cartels stay under the radar by maintaining a steady flow of resources and minimizing disruptions.
This relationship can be viewed as a form of passive support, where the companies’ business-as-usual approach inadvertently sustains criminal networks. These enterprises operate seamlessly, often without direct awareness of their role in broader illegal activities, which makes addressing the problem more complex.