Securing the Border: Challenges for the U.S. and Mexico

http://www.stratfor.com/analysis/20091125_securing_border_challenges_us_and_mexico_part_1

The United States and Mexico face systemic challenges in efforts to secure their shared border from drug cartel violence. In Part 1 of a special report, STRATFOR examines the geographic and political issues that weaken Mexico’s central government and contribute to the strength of the cartels.

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http://www.stratfor.com/analysis/20091125_securing_border_challenges_us_and_mexico_part_2

The United States and Mexico face systemic challenges in efforts to secure their shared border from drug cartel violence. In Part 2 of a special report, STRATFOR examines tactics used in cross-border smuggling and patrol operations and questions of corruption on both sides of the Rio Grande.

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http://www.stratfor.com/analysis/20091125_securing_border_challenges_us_and_mexico_part_3

The United States and Mexico face systemic challenges in efforts to secure their shared border from drug cartel violence. In Part 3 of a special report, STRATFOR examines constraints on U.S. efforts to control crime and violence in the border region.