Core Insights - The port of Antwerp, Belgium, seized nearly 55 tons of cocaine in 2025, marking a 24% increase from 2024, indicating its continued role as a major gateway for drug trafficking into Europe [1] - The port also confiscated over 20 tons of cannabis in 2025, a nearly fivefold increase from 2024, primarily sourced from Canada, reflecting the influx of surplus cannabis into Europe [1] - Belgian authorities are enhancing their drug enforcement efforts, with a goal of scanning 100% of high-risk containers at the port [1] Group 1 - In 2025, the port of Antwerp seized nearly 55 tons of cocaine, an increase of approximately 11 tons from 2024, representing a 24% rise [1] - The port also reported the seizure of over 20 tons of cannabis in 2025, which is nearly five times the amount seized in 2024, with most of it coming from Canada [1] - The ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp are identified as the primary gateways for drug trafficking into Europe, with increasing drug smuggling activities [1] Group 2 - In response to the rising drug trafficking, Belgium has increased its customs investment, scanning a total of 72,500 high-risk containers at the port in 2025 [1] - Belgium has established drug enforcement initiatives with Latin American countries such as Panama and Peru, and has added customs officers in Washington, D.C., to enhance international cooperation [2]