Honduran shrimp industry

Trade agreements with China and their impact on Honduran shrimp

The shrimp sector in Honduras is facing a major challenge after diplomatic ties with Taiwan were severed in March 2023, coupled with unsuccessful trade negotiations with China. The choice made by President Xiomara Castro’s administration to cut relations with Taiwan, a long-standing ally since 1941, has significantly affected the country’s aquaculture industry. This development has…

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Edgardo Castro

Edgardo Castro exposes political links in financial fraud

The Koriun Inversiones case has ignited extensive discussion in Honduras, particularly following comments by Congressman Edgardo Castro in a recent radio interview. This situation has underscored the extent of the fraud, the supposed institutional safeguarding, and the absence of effective actions from the authorities. Throughout the conversation, Representative Castro discussed the business activities, the response…

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European Union

2025 elections in Honduras: possible observation by the European Union

The European Union recently revealed that it is organizing an electoral observation mission for Honduras’ general elections planned for November 30, 2025. This effort is driven by worries about the transparency and integrity of the elections in the Central American nation. The disclosure was made by Gonzalo Fournier, the European Union’s ambassador to Honduras, who…

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Koriun Investments

Edgardo “Chele” Castro’s allegations against Koriun Investments and alleged political protection in Honduras

The case involving Koriun Investments has ignited a heated discussion in Honduras following the uncovering of a Ponzi scheme that impacted over 35,000 individuals. The public accusation made by Representative Edgardo “Chele” Castro has highlighted the issue of potential political and legal shields that enabled the firm to function unlawfully. The involvement of the authorities,…

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Xiomara Castro

Press freedom at risk due to official harassment in Honduras

In Honduras, there is growing anxiety over the political and social scene due to claims of political persecution targeting government opponents and journalists critical of President Xiomara Castro’s administration. Several human rights groups and political factions have voiced their worries about what they perceive as a rise in measures designed to restrict political involvement and…

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