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Guatemala Battles Wildfires with Emergency Measures
On April 10, President Bernardo Arévalo of Guatemala announced a 30-day national state of emergency due to widespread wildfires and a major landfill fire.
These...
Environmental Minister Ousted in Guatemala for Misuse of Resources
Yesterday, President Bernardo Arévalo of Guatemala made a decisive move for integrity by dismissing María José Iturbide, the Minister of Environment and Natural Resources.
Iturbide,...
U.S. Pledges $170 Million to Guatemala to Keep Migrants at Home
During his Washington visit, Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo secured a $170 million pledge from the U.S.
This fund will enhance health, development, and security in...
U.S. Engages Mexico and Guatemala to Ease Border Migration Pressure
The U.S. is making strides to address migration challenges at its border. This week, President Joe Biden will visit Brownsville, Texas, aligning with Donald...
Health Crisis in Guatemala: Paralysis Outbreak Sparks Alert
Guatemala faces a serious health crisis with an outbreak of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). This condition has immobilized 63-year-old William Chávez and 71 others.
The Health...
Guatemala Reinforces Taiwan Alliance Amid China Trade Ambitions
Guatemala has reaffirmed its diplomatic relationship with Taiwan.
This move came after Foreign Minister Carlos Ramiro Martínez mentioned to Reuters on Monday that Guatemala is...
Semilla Party’s Setback in Guatemala
Guatemala's Constitutional Court has ruled against the Semilla Party's attempt to form an official group in Congress, compelling its deputies to remain independent.
This decision...
Former Guatemalan President Giammattei Barred from Entering the U.S.
In a significant turn of events, Alejandro Giammattei, the former President of Guatemala, faced a stern rebuke from the United States.
The U.S. State Department,...
Bernardo Arévalo’s Historic Inauguration as Guatemala’s President
Bernardo Arévalo took office as Guatemala's president on January 14, 2024, marking a historic moment in the country's history.
The inauguration, delayed by over eight...
Strengthening U.S. – Guatemala Relations
The United States and Guatemala are entering a new phase of enhanced cooperation with the presidency of Bernardo Arévalo.
Analysts highlight the need for the...
Tensions Rise in Guatemala Amidst Claims of Election Tampering
Guatemala's President-Elect Bernardo Arévalo boldly claimed on December 8 that the nation faces a bizarre and corrupt coup attempt.
This alarming situation arose after the...
Opinion: Reforming Electoral Courts in Guatemala and Latin America
The recent stripping of immunity from four judges of Guatemala's Supreme Electoral Tribunal by Congress is a key moment for the nation's electoral integrity.
This...
Judicial Shake-Up in Guatemala’s Electoral Tribunal
On Thursday night, Guatemala's Congress made a significant decision by voting to remove immunity from four Supreme Electoral Tribunal TSE judges.
This action is in...
Guatemala’s Judiciary Seeks to Strip Immunity from Incoming Leadership
Guatemala's Public Prosecutor's Office seeks to strip President-Elect Bernardo Arévalo and Vice President Karin Herrera of their immunity.
This step is crucial for investigating their...