Curbing Cartel Influence in Mexico

Abstract

There are several primary cartels in Mexico who flourish as suppliers of America's insatiable drug demand, while living under the soft laws of the Mexican government. Strategically, the cartel system is holding Mexico back from achieving its potential in the global market place. Cartel influence hampers legitimate business competition. Violence, combined with rampant corruption creates insecurity and discourages economic progress in Mexico. This paper will focus on cartel business practices, leadership and organization as well as their strengths and weaknesses in shaping the problem. Next it will illustrate cartel means of influence, the impact on Mexico's economy and national security implications. Last, it will recommend long-term solutions for the government of Mexico in order to deny cartel sanctuary, force government negotiation for reform and diminish its influence for good.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 28, 2011
Accession Number
ADA555417

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  • Douglas A. Wheaton

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  • Naval War College

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  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Commerce
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  • Law
  • Military Operations
  • National Security
  • Negotiations
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  • United States
  • Violence
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  • Industrial Economics
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.