Guatemala anti-corruption protests will endure
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Significance The 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 Alejandro Giammattei’s government is set to experience increased pressure domestically and from the US government, which has prioritised tackling corruption in its engagement with Central America. Impacts Protests will disrupt business activity nationwide, further weighing on Guatemala’s post-pandemic economic recovery. Investigations into spending during the pandemic have the potential to spark further unrest. The US curtailment of cooperation with Guatemala raises risks of similar action against Honduras, which has comparable corruption issues.