VOICED: Crime doesn't slow big business in Mexico border town

The video discusses the impact of drug cartels on local businesses in Juarez, highlighting extortion and closures. It explains how organized crime has diversified into extortion due to tougher border controls. While local businesses suffer, maquiladoras remain unaffected due to their non-cash operations. The government has attempted to create secure zones, but challenges persist, leaving many businesses vulnerable.

What is the primary reason local businesses in Juarez are closing?

• High taxes imposed by the government

• Lack of customers due to economic downturn

• Extortion and threats from drug cartels

• Competition from large corporations

How have organized crime networks adapted to tougher border controls?

• By reducing their operations

• By increasing drug production

• By branching into extortion and other revenue streams

• By forming alliances with international gangs

Why are maquiladoras less affected by gang extortion?

• They have better security systems

• They operate mainly through non-cash transactions

• They are located in safer areas

• They pay off the gangs regularly

What measures has the government taken to protect local businesses?

• Relocation of businesses to safer areas

• Subsidies for affected businesses

• Increased taxes on large corporations

• Creation of a Green Zone guarded by federal police

What is the main reason large corporations are not targeted by gangs?

• They are located outside of Juarez

• They employ private security forces

• They do not handle cash transactions

• They have strong political connections