AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCost of Living: Farmer organizations staged demonstrations across Guatemala on Monday, demanding measures to curb inflation and lower household costs. Their proposals include redirecting subsidies for fuel importers toward a national refinery and nationalizing electricity service, with Energuate’s rates a central grievance. Port Investment: Puerto Quetzal has received two new mobile cranes, each capable of lifting up to 154 tonnes. The port handled 49.1% of Guatemala’s national port-system cargo in 2025; the equipment is expected to strengthen cargo operations. Environmental Crime: An Interpol sweep across nine countries, including Guatemala, resulted in 233 arrests and investigations into illegal forest clearing linked to 161 companies, highlighting the region’s environmental-crime risks. Climate Pressure: Reports warn that El Niño-driven drought is worsening water shortages and crop stress in Guatemala, adding risks for farmers and food supplies.
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