Terrence Cole, director of the US Drug Enforcement Administration, praised Omar García Harfuch, Mexico's Secretary of Citizen Security. Cole considered Harfuch a great ally and friend of the US, committed to fighting organized crime. He noted that Harfuch has risked his life in this effort.

The praise was expressed during the 40th International Conference on Drug Control, which took place from August 18 to 20. Cole's comments contrast with his previous statements about the Mexican government.

Further details on the conference and Cole's remarks are available from the source, including analysis by Mario González of CNN en Español.