By Jim Kouri

On a daily basis, foreign states as well as criminal and terrorist groups seek arms, technology, and other materials to advance their technological capacity, weapons systems and, in some cases, Weapons of Mass Destruction programs. With America producing the most advanced technology in the world, it has become a primary target of these illicit technology acquisition efforts. The U.S. government, defense sector, private companies, and research institutions are routinely targeted as sources of these materials.

The items sought from America in these illicit schemes are as diverse as missile technology, nuclear technology, assault weapons, trade secrets, source code, military aircraft parts, night vision systems, and technical know-how. The improper transfer of these items poses threats to U.S. allies, U.S. troops overseas, and to Americans at home. It also undermines America's strategic, economic, and military position in the world.
To continue reading this interesting story posted in the lincolntribune.com please click here.