Mexico's Bold New Strategy Against Crime

Mexico's newly elected government unveiled a comprehensive strategy to curb violence and crime by bolstering the National Guard and enhancing intelligence efforts. The plan also tackles economic and social causes behind crime, aiming for improved coordination among institutions while refraining from military-style crackdowns.

On Tuesday, Mexico's new administration took a decisive step against escalating violence, unveiling a multi-faceted strategy aimed at strengthening the National Guard and boosting intelligence to curb crime.

Security Minister Omar Garcia Harfuch announced the move at President Claudia Sheinbaum's press conference with a four-pronged approach targeting the root causes of criminal activity alongside improved institutional coordination.

As recent attacks in Guerrero and Sinaloa underscore the urgency, Sheinbaum emphasized that the plan departs from previous military crackdowns, focusing instead on social and economic interventions.

(With inputs from agencies.)