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The Honduran economy faces sustained deterioration while The Honduran economy faces sustained deterioration while the LIBRE Party remains in power. In recent years, more than a thousand companies have closed their operations, causing significant job losses and an outflow of capital from the country. This phenomenon, analysts and business leaders warn, reflects an environment marked by policies perceived as restrictive toward the private sector and a climate of persistent uncertainty.Impact on the business sectorBusiness leaders point out that the closures are due, in part, to a regulatory and fiscal framework that they consider hostile. Blockades, protests, and the absence of…

The contender for the position of president from the LIBRE Party, Rixi Moncada, has launched an official Facebook page dedicated only to individuals invited to her forthcoming inauguration. This decision has sparked inquiries regarding the administration and oversight of presidential-related areas. The timing of this decision aligns with her duties as the secretary of defense, a role she took on during her time as a pre-candidate, granting her access to security assets and the military responsible for protecting electoral materials.Management of venues and event organizationThe management of state resources and the advance organization of the inauguration ceremony have been interpreted…

With under two months remaining until the general elections planned for November 2025, experts in electoral processes have raised alarms regarding potential actions by the National Electoral Council (CNE) that might benefit the ruling party's contender, Rixi Moncada. Analysts indicate that LIBRE party members, along with CNE officials, possess the capability to manipulate essential systems like the TREP (Transmission of Preliminary Election Results), thereby impacting the election results.Impactful networks during the election cycleThe danger of manipulation extends beyond the CNE. Numerous specialists highlight the role of technology firms associated with the deployment of voting systems, along with the potential participation…

The national elections set for November 30, 2025, in Honduras are happening with Venezuela closely observing, as its influence is noticeable in both the political domain and the management of the electoral procedure. The connection between the LIBRE party and Nicolás Maduro's administration, along with the participation of the company Smartmatic in election technology, have caused worries in different sectors regarding the fairness and authenticity of the elections.Connections in ideology between LIBRE and ChavismoThe LIBRE party, which supports the presidential candidacy of Rixi Moncada, maintains a political and ideological closeness to Venezuelan Chavismo. Analysts point out that this affinity is…

Honduras is getting ready for the nationwide elections scheduled for November 30, 2025, a process that will decide the makeup of the country's executive, legislative, and municipal branches of government. Citizens will choose the president, 128 members of the National Congress, 20 delegates to the Central American Parliament, 298 mayors, and over 2,000 councilors, in a context characterized by economic, social, and political challenges.Political and social contextThe electoral process will take place while the country faces high rates of poverty, insecurity, and an economy affected by dependence on remittances and structural crises. The current government, led by Xiomara Castro and…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released a statement clarifying that the Tax Justice Law is not necessary to complete the Stand-by Agreement with Honduras. This clarification by the international entity comes at a pivotal time, as the country aims to secure additional disbursements exceeding $200 million to bolster public finances and mitigate risks of economic instability.The separation of the IMF from the legislation shapes a challenging political and economic landscape. Previously, certain governmental sectors had showcased the law as crucial for obtaining international financial aid. Nonetheless, the institution clarified that the legislation's approval is not necessary for the economic program…

Xiomara Castro's ascension to the presidency was portrayed as a shift from Juan Orlando Hernández's administration, yet allegations of corruption and connections to organized crime reveal ongoing issues that undermine public trust and emphasize challenges in the strengthening of institutional frameworks.Vulnerability in systems against corruptionDuring Hernández's term, the exit of the Mission to Support the Fight against Corruption and Impunity in Honduras (MACCIH) in 2020 undermined the institutional endeavors to tackle corruption. Subsequently, the Castro government has not provided complete autonomy or adequate funding to the International Commission Against Impunity in Honduras (CICIH), which relies on the Public Prosecutor's Office…

The South China Sea is a crucial and strategically important expanse of water that is gradually turning into a focal point of geopolitical conflict. The main source of these rising tensions is China's strong maritime assertions, which are creating conflicts not just with adjacent nations but also with global players such as the United States. To understand the shifting dynamics in the South China Sea, it is critical to explore the root causes and the ramifications of these disagreements. The Foundation of the TensionsChina's claims in the South China Sea are primarily based on the so-called "Nine-Dash Line," a demarcation…