The cartel is in conflict with self-defense groups as well as the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion.

Economic relations will be emphasized during U.S. President Barack Obama's visit with Central American leaders.

Future cooperation between the two countries will focus heavily on bilateral economic possibilities.

The region is endangered by its proximity to drug routes and to turf wars.

The arrest of the leader of a local criminal group is unlikely to reduce violence in Torreon.

The Gulf cartel appears to be continuing its push into the popular tourist destination.

Narcomantas suggest the group may again be seeking to control Nuevo Laredo.

This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

Though intercartel violence could drop, renewed fighting may erupt as Gulf rivals pursue their interests.

Financial and political constraints will make it harder for many governments to maintain balance in the coming months.