Mexico to Begin Flu Shutdown

30 Apr 09 | AJE and FT

Mexico is set to begin a five-day nationwide shutdown of non-essential businesses in an effort to stem the spread of a new flu strain, as further cases of the disease were confirmed in the US and Europe.

Hold Mexican Military to Account on Rights Abuses

29 Apr 09 | HRW

Mexico is failing to hold members of the military who commit human rights violations accountable, undercutting its efforts to curb drug-related violence and improve public security, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today.

U.S. to Boost Aid for Mexican War on Drug Cartels

17 Apr 09 | FT

Barack Obama yesterday promised to step up backing for Mexico’s war on drug cartels, acknowledging the US shared responsibility for the wave of violence along the countries’ border.