Swedish criminal gangs are expanding their reach beyond Sweden's borders, increasingly establishing operations in neighboring Norway.

With only 17 customs officers to monitor the long border between the countries, Swedish authorities struggle to curb drug smuggling.

Håkan Wall, a police chief who collaborates closely with Europol, emphasizes the urgent need for access to encrypted communications to tackle the evolving threat.

The Nordic region sees a surge in cooperation among law enforcement to counteract these gangs, reflecting a shared commitment to address the violence and criminal activity they bring.