The cartel is in conflict with self-defense groups as well as the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion.
Luanda will try to relieve the pressure on the country's political elite.
This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.
Economic relations will be emphasized during U.S. President Barack Obama's visit with Central American leaders.
Washington wants to prove its ability to degrade Iran's most potent deterrent against attack.
Washington is examining alternatives to a large ground operation in Syria.
This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.
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.