Scenarios about 'drug cartels'
Organizations that control the production and distribution of illegal drugs across international borders, typically characterized by hierarchical structures and the use of violence to maintain control. Drug cartels emerged prominently in Latin America during the late 20th century, particularly in Colombia and Mexico, wielding significant economic and political influence through corruption and intimidation. Their operations have profound impacts on regional stability, international relations, and serve as critical factors in alternate history scenarios exploring different drug policy outcomes or security approaches.
What If Medellín's Transformation Happened Decades Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Medellín, Colombia underwent its remarkable urban renewal and social transformation in the 1970s instead of the 2000s, potentially altering the trajectory of Colombia's drug war, urban development, and Latin American politics.