Colombia is the world’s leading producer of cocaine. This production feeds a transnational trafficking that moves cocaine from Colombia through Central America and Mexico to major consumer markets such as the United States. Supply keeps growing, despite ongoing enforcement efforts, increasing the availability of cocaine in the country. The expansion of the drug trade generates significant cross-border effects, including increased public spending, healthcare costs, and financial risks in consumer countries. At the same time, it contributes to economic distortion, inequality, and governance challenges within Colombia. These trends show how global economic influence affects both legal and illegal sectors.