Cutting the Gordian Knot: Evaluating the Effectiveness of EU-Inspired Confiscation Strategies to Sever the Economic Lifelines of Organised Crime in Sri Lanka

Abstract

This research critically examines the efficacy of the European Union’s (EU) confiscation strategies in undermining the economic bases of organised crime and proposes best practices for their implementation in Sri Lanka. Organised crime poses a significant global threat with profound societal, public, and economic impacts, necessitating robust countermeasures. Confiscation has emerged as a central component of the EU’s multifaceted approach to combatting organised crime, comprising both classical and modern strategies, each with unique methodologies and challenges. This study aims to evaluate the relevance and applicability of these strategies within the Sri Lankan context. Further, this study highlights ...