Guatemala’s Ministry of Economy has recently highlighted several international engagements and agreements through its official Twitter account.
On November 14, 2025, the Ministry announced a significant trade agreement with the United States. In a post, it stated: " Guatemala logra un acuerdo histórico con Estados Unidos. Más del 70% de nuestras exportaciones ingresarán con arancel cero, fortaleciendo la competitividad de nuestros productos en uno de los mercados más importantes del mundo. Un avance liderado por el Presidente https://t.co/9jhWNOddYd".
Later that day, on November 14, the Ministry reported on its participation in an international policy forum in France. The tweet read: " En el marco de la Segunda Reunión de la Plataforma Inclusiva sobre Políticas Públicas de Debida Diligencia, en Paris, Francia, la viceministra de Asuntos Registrales, Sara Larios, participó en los diálogos impulsados por la @ocdeenespanol y el Proyecto VER CRECER, enfocados https://t.co/8kmuByldcY".
On November 15, 2025, the Ministry detailed its involvement in a regional workshop on border management. According to the tweet: "El Ministerio de Economía participó del 12 al 14 de noviembre en el Taller Regional de Gestión Coordinada de Fronteras, organizado por la Secretaría de Integración Económica Centroamericana @sg_sieca con el apoyo del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo @el_BID . Durante el https://t.co/tVlqNGAcjB".
These announcements reflect Guatemala’s ongoing efforts to strengthen economic ties and improve regional cooperation. The new trade agreement with the United States is expected to increase market access for Guatemalan exports by eliminating tariffs on over 70% of goods traded between the two countries. The Ministry's participation in international forums such as those organized by the OECD and regional organizations demonstrates its commitment to aligning with global standards and best practices in public policy and border management.
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