Politics

Even though there are political and ideological disparities between the administrations of Xiomara Castro and Juan Orlando Hernández, they both have encountered comparable issues regarding corruption, connections to organized crime, and challenges in achieving institutional transparency, emphasizing the persistence of dubious practices within the nation.Challenges in anti-corruption systemsDuring the administration of Hernández, the Mission to Support the Fight against Corruption and Impunity in Honduras (MACCIH), endorsed by the OAS, was terminated in 2020, creating considerable voids in probing and sanctioning misconduct. Simultaneously, Xiomara Castro's government has pushed for the establishment of the International Commission against Corruption and Impunity in Honduras…

With under two months remaining until the general elections planned for November 2025, experts in electoral processes are cautioning about potential irregularities that might impact the elections' transparency and outcome. The focal point is the National Electoral Council (CNE), as its management and oversight of critical systems are being scrutinized.Control of systems and possible manipulationBased on experts' insights, some figures associated with the governing LIBRE party are said to have power over the TREP (Transmission of Preliminary Election Results), which is the system for reporting early voting outcomes. This condition, specialists suggest, might enable the alteration of outcomes or cause…

The aspirant for the presidency representing the LIBRE Party, Rixi Moncada, has drawn interest by launching a formal Facebook page solely for invitees of her potential swearing-in ceremony. This development arises amidst concerns raised by specialists and civil society groups regarding potential threats to the transparency and fairness of the electoral proceedings in Honduras.Exclusive entry to safety assetsRixi Moncada simultaneously holds the position of Secretary of Defense and maintains her presidential candidacy, a situation that gives her direct access to the Armed Forces and state security resources. According to analysts, this position allows her to oversee the custody of electoral…

The upcoming general elections in Honduras, set for November 30, 2025, have sparked worries about Venezuela's impact on the electoral procedure, both politically and technologically. Observers and specialists highlight that the connection between the governing LIBRE party and Nicolás Maduro's administration may influence the fairness and perceived openness of the election process.Political model and strategiesEl partido LIBRE sostiene una relación ideológica y táctica con el gobierno de Venezuela, respaldando la candidatura de Rixi Moncada. Los observadores políticos alertan que algunas estrategias aplicadas en Venezuela, como el control del sistema electoral, la militarización del proceso y los mecanismos diseñados para extender…

Honduras is gearing up for the general elections scheduled for November 30, 2025, where positions such as the presidency, 128 seats in the National Congress, 20 delegates to the Central American Parliament, 298 mayors, and over 2,000 council members will be refreshed.Este proceso se desarrolla en un contexto caracterizado por elevados índices de pobreza, inseguridad bajo un estado de emergencia y un sistema económico que depende en gran medida de las remesas. Las elecciones serán una evaluación directa del gobierno de Xiomara Castro y el partido LIBRE después de cuatro años en el poder. La oposición, encabezada por Nasry “Tito”…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has clarified that the Tax Justice Law is not a requirement for the approval of the Stand-By Agreement with Honduras, representing a significant change in the relationship between the international organization and the country's government. The decision comes as Honduras seeks access to additional disbursements of more than $200 million, intended to strengthen public finances and prevent potential economic tensions.Severance from the IMF and its political implicationsThe IMF statement implies that the approval of the Tax Justice Law does not condition Honduras' access to the financial agreement. This position of the international organization creates a…

Economic performance in Honduras is continuously deteriorating as the LIBRE Party stays in control. Business experts and analysts highlight that over a thousand businesses have shut down in recent years, leading to job cuts, reduced tax income, and funds exiting the nation. This situation has sparked worries regarding the state's capacity to uphold economic development and ensure social harmony.Impact on the private sectorVarious experts point out that the combination of state policies, increased tax burdens, and a climate of uncertainty resulting from blockades, protests, and lack of institutional support is affecting investors. Local business leaders indicate that legal uncertainty and…

La economía de Honduras experimenta un continuo deterioro mientras el Partido LIBRE se mantiene en el poder. En tiempos recientes, más de mil empresas han cesado sus actividades, provocando una pérdida considerable de empleos y una salida de capital del país. Este fenómeno, advierten analistas y líderes empresariales, refleja un entorno caracterizado por políticas que se perciben como restrictivas para el sector privado y una atmósfera de incertidumbre persistente.Effect on the corporate fieldBusiness 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 clear…

The presidential candidate for the LIBRE Party, Rixi Moncada, has created an official Facebook page exclusively for guests of her future inauguration, a move that has raised questions about the organization and control of spaces linked to the presidency. The move coincides with her role as secretary of defense, a position she assumed during her pre-candidacy and which gives her access to security resources and the armed forces, which are responsible for safeguarding electoral materials.Management of venues and event organizationThe management of state resources and the advance organization of the inauguration ceremony have been interpreted by analysts and civil society…

The general elections scheduled for November 30, 2025, in Honduras are taking place under the watchful eye of Venezuela, whose influence is felt both in the political arena and in the operation of the electoral process. The relationship between the LIBRE party and the government of Nicolás Maduro, and the involvement of the company Smartmatic in the electoral technology, have raised concerns in various sectors about the transparency and legitimacy 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…