Plata o plomo: penetration, the purchase of power and the Mexican drug cartels

Jeffrey Simser

Journal of Money Laundering Control, 2011, vol. 14, issue 3, 266-278

Abstract: Purpose - The paper aims to explore the penetration of power in Mexico by drug cartels and the attendant policy challenges to address the problem. Design/methodology/approach - The history of unlawful activity and cartels is discussed as well as the policy solutions being explored by the Mexican Government and its partners like the USA. Findings - The challenges are longstanding, complex and defy simple solutions. Concerted problem solving can change conditions on the ground. Research limitations/implications - The impact of longer term initiatives to strengthen the rule of law merits further study. Practical implications - Drug cartels are taking a huge toll on Mexico, particularly in terms of violence; this threatens not only Mexico but neighbouring countries as well. Originality/value - The problems Mexico faces are placed in historical context and in the context of the larger international trade in illicit drugs.

Keywords: Mexico; Colombia; Organized crime; Money laundering; Drug cartels; Cocaine; Asset forfeiture; Corruption (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1108/13685201111147568

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