The Triads

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The paper discusses the importance of the triads to modern international society and the general lack of understanding of this criminal group in the First World. The paper seeks to provide some basic information regarding the nature of the triads organization, with special attention paid to the role that the group plays in Hong Kong. The paper notes focuses on Hong Kong since it became a part of China once more in 1997 after decades of British colonial occupation and stability has been somewhat shaky there.

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"Triads represent one of the greatest threats to modern security and lawfulness, both at the national and international level. If left unchecked, triads will continue to extend their influence throughout Asia, Africa, and First World nations, where they already have established a significant foothold. While not well understood in North America (except for within the context of popular films), their influence and criminal activities should not be underestimated. The purpose of this paper is to provide basic information on triads, with special attention to the role the group plays in Hong Kong. Since Hong Kong became part of China in 1997, political stability has been somewhat tenuous for Hong Kong."

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