South Korean President Moon Jae-in has called for a “war” against drug trafficking, including those powered by cryptocurrency. This statement comes after the recent arrest of a drug dealer in South Korea who used cryptocurrency to transact drug deals.
The president urged the country’s law enforcement agencies to step up their efforts to combat drug trafficking, emphasizing the use of cryptocurrencies as a means of transaction by drug dealers.
According to reports, the drug dealer used cryptocurrency to receive payments and distribute drugs. The dealer allegedly purchased drugs from overseas, then smuggled them into South Korea and sold them via social media platforms.
Moon Jae-in also highlighted the need for international cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking, stating that South Korea is ready to work with other countries to strengthen law enforcement measures and intelligence sharing.
Cryptocurrencies have been a concern for authorities in many countries due to their potential use in illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and terrorist financing. South Korea has been taking steps to regulate cryptocurrency exchanges and transactions, including implementing a real-name verification system for cryptocurrency trading accounts.
The recent arrest of the drug dealer using cryptocurrency highlights the need for continued efforts in regulating and monitoring cryptocurrency transactions to prevent their use in illegal activities.
Overall, the South Korean government’s efforts to combat drug trafficking and its use of cryptocurrencies in illegal activities is an important step towards maintaining law and order in the country.
