This document presents a midterm examination presentation on smuggling. It defines smuggling as the illegal import or export of goods without government permission or payment of customs duties. The top 10 smuggled items are listed as humans, arms, exotic animals, drugs, mobiles, money, cigarettes, food, DVDs, and minerals. Reasons for smuggling include personal financial benefit, poverty, high profits, and illegally increasing business. The effects of smuggling are increased financial problems for countries and citizens as it raises prices and endangers vulnerable groups. Steps to counter smuggling proposed include establishing strict laws, raising public awareness, increased vigilance, prioritizing national interests, youth activism, and efforts by educated citizens.