Democracies at War Against Drugs: The Military Mystique in Brazil and Mexico

This book provides an in-depth account of military operations against drug gangs and organizations in two of the biggest countries in Latin America: Brazil and Mexico. The book is also the first work to look at high-level negotiations between military and civilian elites that define the conditions for the use of force during military operations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 04 September 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate details of military operations conducted against drug gangs and organizations in two of Latin America's largest countries: Brazil and Mexico. While recent studies on drug wars have provided detailed case studies on the war on drugs, they have largely overlooked the significant role played by the army in these policies. Publications that shed light on the military's involvement in such situations are typically sourced from human rights organizations or the media, lacking the scholarly rigor of academic works. Consequently, there has been a lack of recent academic books that examine the role of the military in combating drug trafficking in Latin America.

To address this gap, this book aims to provide a comprehensive and insightful examination of the military's involvement in the fight against drugs in Latin America. It offers an empirical and theoretical exploration of the issue of the military's role on national soil, particularly in contrast to the police's focus on law enforcement. The book also sheds light on high-level negotiations between military and civilian elites that shape the conditions for the use of force during military operations.

By examining these critical aspects, the book offers a theoretically informed understanding of contemporary security politics in Brazil and Mexico. It contributes to our understanding of the complex dynamics and challenges faced by these countries in their efforts to combat drug trafficking and promote public safety.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex relationship between the military, drugs, and security in Latin America. Its comprehensive analysis and insightful perspectives provide valuable insights into this critical issue.

Weight: 534g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031113260
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022