Inside the World of Arms Trafficking: Insights from a Former Dealer

December 5, 2024 - 19:17

David Packouz, a former arms dealer, has shed light on the intricate and often shadowy mechanisms of arms trafficking. His experience at AEY, where he worked alongside Efraim Diveroli, reveals the lengths to which individuals and organizations will go to manipulate the system. One of the most alarming revelations from Packouz's time in the industry is the cover-up orchestrated to disguise the Chinese origin of ammunition supplied to U.S. forces in Afghanistan.

The operation highlights the complex web of deception that characterizes arms trafficking. By masking the true source of the ammunition, the dealers aimed to sidestep legal and ethical scrutiny, ultimately prioritizing profit over accountability. This practice not only raises questions about the integrity of arms supply chains but also underscores the potential dangers posed by unregulated arms flows.

Packouz's insights serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by governments and international bodies in combating arms trafficking and ensuring that military supplies are sourced responsibly and ethically.