Increased Complexity in Mexico's Security Strategy Ahead of Elections

As Mexico faces its first judge elections, the intervention of organized crime and internal cartel conflict poses new challenges. The federal government is cautious in its security strategy amidst judicial reform and criminal wars, prompting significant changes ahead.


Increased Complexity in Mexico's Security Strategy Ahead of Elections

The situation in Mexico is becoming increasingly complex, with the intervention of organized crime in the elections of judges and the internal conflict in the Sinaloa Cartel triggered by the kidnapping of Mayo Zambada. In light of these issues, the implementation of an effective security strategy is compromised, raising concerns in the country.

The federal government has presented a series of objectives to address criminal activity in different regions, such as reducing homicides in priority municipalities, combating extortion in Michoacán, and addressing security in Chiapas. However, the official strategy seems to lack specific commitments, which has raised questions about the effectiveness of the proposed actions.

Judicial reform and the conflict triggered by Zambada's kidnapping have emerged as unforeseen factors impacting the stability of the country. Instability in judicial institutions affects their functioning and impacts the prosecution of justice, fundamental elements in the security strategy. The National Guard and local police forces may not be prepared to face a scenario of increased violence and regional conflicts.

Given these unforeseen circumstances, it is likely that the federal government will delay the implementation of key actions and focus on preventive measures. The possibility of changes in the security strategy in the coming months is a reality, considering the evolution of the current situation in the country.

There has been mention of a potential alliance between the Guzmán family and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel to confront the Zambada family, which could imply a change in the dynamics of criminal conflict in Mexico. The details of the official and unofficial strategy differ in some points, generating uncertainty about the approach and effectiveness of the proposed actions.