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While Mexican cartels are typically recognized as central figures in North American trafficking, their reach has long since extended globally. These organizations have transformed into sophisticated, international syndicates capable of coordinating operations across borders. They are hardly confined to one country; their influence spans continents, leveraging their reach for profit and control.
The cartels' operations are highly organized and involve various roles—smugglers, recruiters, transporters, and money launderers. Their influence extends from direct human smuggling to the trafficking of drugs, weapons, and high-value targets. This global scope makes them adaptable and resilient to law enforcement attempts to dismantle their networks.