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1 – 10 of 221The move, which follows a series of contentious judicial appointments earlier in the year, has heightened concern over the state’s commitment to addressing corruption. President…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB263368
ISSN: 2633-304X
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This decision was highly controversial, given repeated allegations that Porras had sought to use her position to halt or divert anti-corruption investigations. Her re-appointment…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB271289
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The sector will nevertheless remain mired in uncertainty for some time to come due to grassroots opposition, government efforts to overhaul sector regulations, and mining…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285505
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GUATEMALA: Migrant strategy will be counterproductive
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES250221
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The victory of Giammattei, of the opposition Vamos grouping, marks a win for conservative forces in Guatemala and a high rejection rate for Torres. However, a high abstention rate…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB245797
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GUATEMALA/ISRAEL: Embassy move may help Morales
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES227748
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With options for keeping centre-left, reformist President-elect Bernardo Arevalo from office now running out, the conservative government of President Alejandro Giammattei looks…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283800
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Arevalo’s victory marks a shift in Guatemalan politics. After years of democratic backsliding, Arevalo promises a slow, partial recovery of transparency and the rule of law. His…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281432
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Torres (a well-known, broadly status-quo candidate, and former first lady) will face the largely untested Bernardo Arevalo, who surprised pollsters by coming second, on a…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280146
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GUATEMALA: US pressure to tackle migration will grow