Transnational Crime

The illicit antiquities trade transcends borders and touches every corner of the globe. However, when compared to other transnational crimes, from arms running, to drug smuggling, or the illicit wildlife trade, there is still much to learn. Learn more about the criminal aspects of cultural racketeering.

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May 19, 2026

U.S. Embassy Hosts Regional Workshop on Combating Cultural Property Trafficking

Manila, May 13, 2026—The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines convened law enforcement officials and cultural heritage specialists from ASEAN member states for the workshop “Combating Cultural Property Trafficking in Southeast Asia” held from May 5 to 8 at the Ayala Museum in Makati […]

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May 12, 2026

One of the “Ten Most Wanted” Antiquities Surfaces in Georgia After Half a Century

Anonymous Return of 1,500-Year-Old Native American Artifact Revives Cold Case from 1974 Heist  Washington, DC, 12 May 2026—The Antiquities Coalition’s “Ten Most Wanted” List has reached a third milestone. An […]

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July 23, 2025

Congress Takes Aim at Dirty Money in the Multi-Billion-Dollar U.S. Art Market

Bipartisan Legislation Would Strengthen National Security, Uphold Economic Integrity, and Support Honest Businesses  The Antiquities Coalition commends Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Dave McCormick (R-PA), […]

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