Ronald Johnson

Mexico-U.S. drone technology defense cooperation

7 clusters · 122 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: USNORTHCOM praises Mexico's binational anti-drone border operation

Mexico and the United States have entered into a non-binding “Declaration of Intent” to expand bilateral defense cooperation, specifically focusing on unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-

US-Mexico cartel security and financial cooperation

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US Ambassador compares Mexican drug cartels to Al Qaeda

The United States and Mexico have intensified their collaborative efforts to combat drug cartels, focusing on both financial disruption and security designations. At the CI-FIRST International Financial Crimes Forum, U.S

Criminal activity and police operations in Vigo

2 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mexican nationals arrested in UK for operating methamphetamine laboratory

In August 2026, authorities in Vigo increased police surveillance and patrols in high-traffic areas, such as Calle Príncipe and O Castro, to address a rise in thefts and criminal activity targeting tourists and local pro

Mexico-US security and migration relations

4 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Mexico-US relations tension rises amid cartel criticisms and high-profile arrest

Mexico and the United States continue to navigate complex bilateral relations involving migration, security cooperation, and the fentanyl crisis. While bilateral trade has reached record levels, tensions have escalated r

Mexico and regional drug enforcement operations

13 clusters · 254 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Mexico security strategy yields major drug lab and official arrests

By early September 2026, law enforcement activities in Mexico continued to expand through targeted operations against organized crime and corruption. Previous efforts included major seizures in Veracruz, Sinaloa, Chihuah

US intensifies pressure and bounties on CJNG leadership

19 clusters · 218 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Juan Carlos Valencia González identified as new CJNG leader

Since the July 23, 2026 sanctions targeting 55 individuals and firms, the United States has broadened its financial and legal offensive against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Following the death of Nemesio Ose

Mexico-US avocado trade disruption and recovery

9 clusters · 187 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Michoacán avocado production falls 27 percent amid resumed US exports

In early August 2026, the United States suspended USDA-APHIS on-site avocado inspections in Michoacán following a security alert citing threats to U.S. interests. The suspension halted the on-site certification required