AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPublic Protests: Indigenous and farmer groups took to Guatemala’s departmental capitals on Oct. 12, pressing the government and Congress to curb inflation and living costs. Their proposals include redirecting fuel subsidies toward a national refinery and nationalizing electricity service. Faith and Community: The Miraflores Guatemala City Temple was dedicated Oct. 11, becoming the city’s second and the country’s fourth Latter-day Saint temple. Political Climate: President Bernardo Arévalo received a 31% positive rating in an October regional poll, among the lowest scores for the 18 leaders surveyed. Environmental Crime: Guatemala was among nine countries in an Interpol operation that reported 233 arrests and linked 161 companies to investigations into Amazon forest clearing. Everyday Life: Retired U.S. school buses continue to serve as Guatemala’s vividly painted chicken buses after repairs and decoration.
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