**Expo Ganadera in Sinaloa: Conflicting Opinions on Event Cancellation**
In the latest development regarding the Expo Ganadera in Sinaloa, Mexico, federal authorities have shown a divide regarding the event’s cancellation. Scheduled to take place from November 14 to December 1, 2024, the Expo has become the center of a debate between federal security officials and state leadership.
During a morning press conference, the federal Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, Omar García Harfuch, asserted that the fair would not be suspended despite threats linked to narcoterrorism. Harfuch emphasized the priority of maintaining security at the event. Contrarily, national leader Claudia Sheinbaum indicated that while the fair is planned to proceed, the final decision lies with state Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, who has not ruled out a cancellation.
This divergence comes after threats via banners, known as “narcomantas,” were displayed in Culiacán, directly targeted towards the governor and his family. Governor Rocha had previously announced the cancellation of the Expo, citing the inclusion of performances by narcocorrido singers as a risk factor, denying that the decision was related to the threatening banners.
In response, the Regional Livestock Union of Sinaloa confirmed the cancellation due to concerns over security and financial viability. This move has been described as necessary to protect the community and maintain economic stability. The organization assured that this decision was not a retreat from the region’s cultural traditions but a measure of precaution.
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**Related Developments: Surge in Violence and its Impact in Sinaloa**
Sinaloa has recently experienced an uptick in violence, which authorities attribute to clashes between two dominant cartel factions, “Los Mayos” and “Los Chapitos.” Statistics show a dramatic 347% increase in homicide rates, reflecting the volatile power dynamics in the area. This surge in violence serves as a backdrop to the recent tensions surrounding public events like the Expo Ganadera.
In early November, the murder of Faustino Hernández Álvarez, a prominent local political figure and head of the Regional Livestock Union, has intensified focus on the region. His assassination, linked to ongoing cartel conflicts, has heightened concerns about public safety and further underscored the challenges facing Sinaloa’s leadership in protecting both officials and civilians alike. The state’s coordination with federal forces continues as it seeks to stabilize the region and safeguard its citizens.
For more updates on this evolving situation, stay tuned to TJGringo.com.