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#7 Ed Calderon Drug Cartel / Narcos Expert

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Cartels, COVID, and China's Influence

This chapter explores the growth of drug cartels during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly the New Generation cartel's expansion in the absence of law enforcement. It examines the interplay between Mexican cartels and Chinese interests in the production and trafficking of fentanyl, highlighting geopolitical implications. The discussion also considers the evolving drug trade, the strategic tactics employed by China, and the significant changes observed along the U.S.-Mexico border.

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