Guatemalan Politics

Rights group raises concerns over water crisis in Guatemala amid government inaction Jurist22:18Guatemala Water Scarcity Water Security

Towards a Human Right to Democracy? Some initial thoughts on Guatemala’s request for advisory opinion to the… EJIL: Talk!08:07Guatemala Human Rights Law Mexican Economy

El Salvador extradites Jewish sect members to Guatemala, Israel The New Arab13:53Guatemala Salvadoran Politics El Salvador

Indonesia weighs Guatemala's bid for migrant worker placement Antara News10:40Guatemala Central America Indonesian Politics

Guatemala’s democracy still needs international support Human Rights Watch23:40Guatemala Central America Latin America

Costa Rica confirms sending officials to Taiwan for training Focus Taiwan13:10Costa Rica Taiwan Central America

US signs agreements with Guatemala and Honduras to take asylum seekers, Noem says ABC News00:47Kristi Noem Guatemala Honduran Politics

Costa Rica sent officials to Taiwan for training: Report Focus Taiwan12:33Costa Rica Taiwan Central America

Women this week: Female voters propel liberal presidential candidate to victory in South Korea Council on Foreign Relations16:04Women's Equality Gender Equality Lee Jae-myung

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Taiwan ambassador reaffirms Guatemala partnership amid China's regional expansion bne IntelliNews06:17 4-Jul-25

Rights group raises concerns over water crisis in Guatemala amid government inaction Jurist22:18 2-Jul-25

In the last month

ICE Buffalo removes illegal alien, child sex predator to Guatemala ICE (Press Release)22:02 30-Jun-25

Kozarev confers with Deputy Foreign Minister of Guatemala Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia (Press Release)11:27 30-Jun-25

Guatemala’s president denies new asylum deal with U.S. Los Angeles Times20:01 27-Jun-25

US signs agreements with Guatemala and Honduras to take asylum seekers, Noem says ABC News00:47 27-Jun-25

Guatemalan Man Pleads Guilty to Immigration Violations in Waco U.S. Department of Justice (Press Release)15:18 26-Jun-25

FACT CHECK: ICE Provided Full Medical Care to Guatemalan Illegal Alien with History of Child Abuse and Wanted for… U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Press Release)14:23 26-Jun-25

Towards a Human Right to Democracy? Some Initial Thoughts on Guatemala’s Request for Advisory Opinion to the… EJIL: Talk!08:07 25-Jun-25

Guatemala Fights $38M Award Enforcement In US Court Law36002:41 24-Jun-25

El Salvador extradites Jewish sect members to Guatemala, Israel The New Arab13:53 20-Jun-25

Costa Rica confirms sending officials to Taiwan for training Focus Taiwan13:10 19-Jun-25

Guatemala’s Democracy Still Needs International Support Human Rights Watch23:40 17-Jun-25

Women This Week: Female Voters Propel Liberal Presidential Candidate to Victory in South Korea Council on Foreign Relations16:04 17-Jun-25

UK Project Supports Sustainable Management of Mayan Forests in Guatemala GOV.UK (Press Release)15:47 17-Jun-25

Costa Rica sent officials to Taiwan for training: Report Focus Taiwan12:33 17-Jun-25

Indonesia weighs Guatemala's bid for migrant worker placement Antara News10:40 17-Jun-25

Canadian-owned mine in Guatemala needs Indigenous consent Canadian Dimension08:52 16-Jun-25

2 women marry in Mexico's embassy in Guatemala fueling a debate over same-sex marriage ABC News03:06 14-Jun-25

UN Panel Finds Guatemala Responsible for Forcing Girl into Unwanted Pregnancy, Motherhood Human Rights Watch16:59 12-Jun-25

UK Trade Commissioner visits Guatemala to boost economic ties GOV.UK (Press Release)15:29 12-Jun-25

Japan Emperor Meets with Finnish, Guatemalan Presidents Jiji Press07:34 12-Jun-25

Guatemalan National Indicted for Illegal Re-entry U.S. Department of Justice (Press Release)15:20 11-Jun-25

Japan-Guatemala Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Press Release)08:06 11-Jun-25

Japan deepens ties with Guatemala, a pro-Taiwan ally Asahi Shimbun07:35 11-Jun-25

Mexican president confirms police carried out unauthorized operation in Guatemala Anadolu Agency06:23 11-Jun-25

Japan, Guatemala Agree to Upgrade Bilateral Relations Jiji Press06:17 11-Jun-25

Guatemala files formal protest after Chiapas police incite gun battle across... Mexico News Daily00:06 11-Jun-25

Former Nicaraguan Political Prisoner Stranded in Guatemala Havana Times06:31 10-Jun-25

Pentagon Buys Canadian Transport Aircraft for Guatemala The Defense Post14:01 9-Jun-25

Deputy Secretary Landau’s Travel to Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala U.S Department of State13:48 9-Jun-25

Guatemalan first lady tours Taipei’s notable cultural sites Radio Taiwan International12:11 9-Jun-25

China says recognizing one-China principle aligns with fundamental interests of Guatemala People's Daily08:48 7-Jun-25

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Latest news on Guatemalan politics, with coverage on political parties, upcoming elections, policy changes and key issues like corruption and civilian security.

Stay informed about the latest developments from the Congress of the Republic, as our feed brings you updates on the nation's political landscape. Follow us for insights into the country's major parties, including Vamos, National Unity of Hope (UNE), Movimiento Semilla (SEMILLA) and Cabal.

Our Guatemalan politics feed closely follows the leadership of its major political parties, including the current Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo, as well as its main opposition leaders, such as Vamos' Allan Rodríguez and UNE's Sandra Torres. We bring you coverage on their policies, appearances in Congress, and statements.

Corruption in Guatemalan politics has been a pervasive and long-standing issue, deeply rooted in the country's history and political culture. One of the most prominent cases in recent years involved former President Otto Pérez Molina, who was forced to resign in 2015 amid a corruption scandal involving customs fraud. This case, known as 'La Linea', sparked widespread public outrage and led to significant protests demanding accountability and reform.

For political scientists, analysts and those with an interest in Central American politics, NewsNow's feed on Guatemalan politics is an essential tool. We gather the latest news, expert opinions, and thorough reports from trusted sources, offering a nuanced and well-informed perspective on politics in Guatemala.

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