Chatham House Report: Mexico Pursues Anti-Cartel Operations to Demonstrate Seriousness Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Chatham House published an analysis noting that Mexico was intensifying anti-cartel operations in part to demonstrate commitment to security to the Trump administration in the months leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico was co-hosting. Several stadiums and host cities were named as focal points for enhanced security coordination with U.S. authorities.