it is necessary to harness the talents and resources of DOD, in coordination with those of DOD's Federal partners and the Governments of Mexico and Central American nations . . . . I believe a long-term solution will require a whole-of-government effort.
Panetta emphasizes the need for a coordinated government approach to tackle threats from transnational criminal organizations.
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