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SINGAPORE: <\/span>Singaporeans in Mexico should exercise a “high degree of caution” and avoid travel to high-risk states following reported security incidents in parts of the country, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Tuesday (Feb 24).<\/p>\n This comes amid widespread violence following the killing of cartel boss Nemesio Oseguera, also known as El Mencho.<\/p>\n In its advisory, MFA cited security incidents in several Mexican states, including Jalisco, Tamaulipas, Michoacan, Guerrero and Nuevo Leon.<\/p>\n Singaporeans were urged to remain vigilant, monitor the local news, heed the advice of local authorities, and avoid large crowds, protests and demonstrations.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cThey should also take all necessary precautions, familiarise themselves with local laws and purchase comprehensive travel and medical insurance,\u201d MFA said.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cSingaporeans are strongly encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs \u2026 and to stay in touch with family and friends.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Oseguera, the mastermind of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), died in custody after being injured during a military operation by Mexican special forces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The cartel reacted with fury, engaging in firefights with security forces that left dozens dead across Mexico – both soldiers and cartel members – and sent tourists and residents fleeing for cover.<\/span><\/p>\n A former police officer, Oseguera founded and oversaw the rapid rise of CJNG – one of Mexico’s most powerful cartels, known for violent tactics, drug trafficking, human smuggling and complex financial fraud.<\/span><\/p>\n