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The European Parliament is set to vote on new regulations aimed at controlling chemical precursors used in drug production. These changes aim to restrict criminal networks' access to substances that can be used for drug manufacturing. Romania faces challenges due to its role as a transit country and the need for a more effective strategy against drug trafficking. Criminologist Lidia Stoica emphasizes that organized crime groups are adaptable and often exploit legitimate business structures. The new regulations may not significantly impact drug routes from regions outside Europe, such as South America. Additionally, there is a concern about the focus of law enforcement on small-scale drug users rather than larger trafficking networks, leading to insufficient data on drug circulation in Romania.