Governança e gestão estratégica das ações da Polícia Militar do Ceará no enfrentamento às dinâmicas do mercado de drogas: desafios contemporâneos, políticas públicas e modelos inovadores de segurança pública

Abstract

This research analyzed the governance and strategic management of the actions carried out by the Military Police of Ceará in addressing the contemporary dynamics of the drug market, considering their operational, institutional, and social implications. The study was based on the issue of the increasing complexity of illicit networks, which would require integrated, intelligence-driven, and evidence-based institutional responses, thus calling for the supplementation of traditional models of military police action based merely on visible policing. In this context, the research sought to understand how public governance and strategic planning could contribute to improving the actions of the Military Police of Ceará, as well as to identify the main challenges faced and the possibilities for fostering innovation within the sphere of state public security. The research was justified by the need to strengthen public policies aimed at addressing drug-related issues, particularly in urban settings marked by inequalities and the activities of structured criminal organizations. Methodologically, the study adopted a qualitative investigative approach based on a systematic literature review, documentary analysis, and critical articulation among the selected theoretical frameworks. The results indicated that the integration of intelligence, community policing, and preventive strategies enhanced operational efficiency, while also revealing gaps related to interinstitutional coordination and continuous adaptation to changes in the illicit market. The findings showed that the adoption of innovative management models associated with results-oriented governance represented a promising approach to strengthening the actions of the Military Police in combating drug trafficking in Ceará.