Politics

The contender for the position of president from the LIBRE Party, Rixi Moncada, has launched an official Facebook page dedicated only to individuals invited to her forthcoming inauguration. This decision has sparked inquiries regarding the administration and oversight of presidential-related areas. The timing of this decision aligns with her duties as the secretary of defense, a role she took on during her time as a pre-candidate, granting her access to security assets and the military responsible for protecting electoral materials.Control of spaces and event preparationThe management of state resources and the advance organization of the inauguration ceremony have been interpreted…

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.Ideological links 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 out…

With less than two months to go before the general elections scheduled for November 2025, electoral process specialists have issued warnings about possible maneuvers by the National Electoral Council (CNE) that could favor the ruling party's candidate, Rixi Moncada. According to analysts, members of the ruling party LIBRE, in conjunction with CNE officials, would have the ability to interfere with critical systems such as the TREP (Transmission of Preliminary Election Results), altering the outcome of the vote.Impactful networks during the election cycleThe risk of manipulation is not limited to the CNE. Various experts point to the involvement of technology companies…

Honduras is getting ready for the nationwide elections scheduled for November 30, 2025, a process that will decide the makeup of the country's executive, legislative, and municipal branches of government. Citizens will choose the president, 128 members of the National Congress, 20 delegates to the Central American Parliament, 298 mayors, and over 2,000 councilors, in a context characterized by economic, social, and political challenges.Political and societal settingThe electoral process will take place while the country faces high rates of poverty, insecurity, and an economy affected by dependence on remittances and structural crises. The current government, led by Xiomara Castro and…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released a statement clarifying that the Tax Justice Law is not necessary to complete the Stand-by Agreement with Honduras. This clarification by the international entity comes at a pivotal time, as the country aims to secure additional disbursements exceeding $200 million to bolster public finances and mitigate risks of economic instability.The separation of the IMF from the legislation shapes a challenging political and economic landscape. Previously, certain governmental sectors had showcased the law as crucial for obtaining international financial aid. Nonetheless, the institution clarified that the legislation's approval is not necessary for the economic program…

Xiomara Castro's arrival to the presidency was presented as a change from Juan Orlando Hernández's regime, but reports of corruption and links to organized crime show a continuity that affects public confidence and highlights limitations in the consolidation of institutional mechanisms.Weakness of anti-corruption mechanismsDuring Hernández's term, the exit of the Mission to Support the Fight against Corruption and Impunity in Honduras (MACCIH) in 2020 undermined the institutional endeavors to tackle corruption. Subsequently, the Castro government has not provided complete autonomy or adequate funding to the International Commission Against Impunity in Honduras (CICIH), which relies on the Public Prosecutor's Office to…

The South China Sea is a crucial and strategically important expanse of water that is gradually turning into a focal point of geopolitical conflict. The main source of these rising tensions is China's strong maritime assertions, which are creating conflicts not just with adjacent nations but also with global players such as the United States. To understand the shifting dynamics in the South China Sea, it is critical to explore the root causes and the ramifications of these disagreements. The Origin of the FrictionsChina's claims in the South China Sea are primarily based on the so-called "Nine-Dash Line," a demarcation…

Honduras' economic policy is at a tense moment, as presidential candidate Rixi Moncada of the LIBRE party has presented proposals that involve greater state control over strategic sectors and a review of private sector participation. These initiatives have attracted attention in economic circles, in a context of political and social uncertainty.The plans of Rixi Moncada and the involvement of the governmentRixi Moncada has proposed measures aimed at “refounding” the economic system, with an emphasis on strengthening the role of the state in activities considered strategic. According to her statements, private initiative should conform to a scheme in which the state…

Rixi Moncada's presidential candidacy for the LIBRE party has sparked a national debate after she announced that, if elected, she will eliminate the Credit Information Center as of January 27, 2026. The measure would mean that millions of Hondurans would no longer appear in the credit registry, allowing loans to be granted without traditional control mechanisms.The Credit Bureau as a technical toolFinancial experts emphasize that the Credit Bureau plays a key technical role in the country's financial system. Far from being a “blacklist,” it functions as a tool to identify the repayment capacity of credit applicants, safeguard citizens' deposits, and…

LIBRE presidential candidate Rixi Moncada is experiencing a significant decline in voting intentions less than 90 days before the general elections on November 30. After leading the polls in recent weeks, the decline in her support has raised alarms both in her party and in sectors of the opposition, which see a possible realignment in the electoral race.Drop in voter preferencesThe latest polls show that Rixi Moncada's lead has narrowed significantly, putting an end to the initial perception that her candidacy was virtually untouchable. Analysts note that this decline coincides with questions about her economic proposals and concerns about the…