U.S. - Mexican Border: Official U.S. Army Strategy Against Transnational Criminal Organizations & The New Presidential Order

This edition provides a starting point in understanding U.S. – Mexico relations and the border issues. The book addresses the importance of strategic guidance and the dangers of certain hasty actions, as it relates to operational planning for synchronized tactical actions and border politics. Analyzing Mexico''s drug-war offers a crucial case study to help understand the current situation surrounding non-traditional forms of war, such as a drug related war, and how Mexico''s internal conflict impacts their regional neighbors as well as the international community. Content:Understanding the Current SituationRise of Drug Trafficking Organizations in MexicoCauses and Costs of Instability in Mexico Developing an Understanding of the Strategic ApproachUnited States'' Strategic Vision to Achieve Security and Stability in MexicoMexico''s Strategic Vision for Security and Stability within their BordersThe International Community''s Strategy for Security and Stability in the Western HemisphereLinking Strategies to Tactics: The Current Operational ApproachPresidential Executive Order 13535: Enforcing Federal Law with Respect to Transnational Criminal Organizations and Preventing International Trafficking Presidential Executive Order 13768: Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States