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Guatemalan Business Chambers Reject Road Blockades

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Various business chambers in Guatemala issued a statement rejecting road blockades occurring at multiple points across the country today. The Guatemalan Association of Exporters warned that historical blockades have caused economic damage and supply chain interruptions. The association called for dialogue and institutional solutions to address citizen demands without affecting governability. The statement was made in the context of ongoing logistics concerns in the country. Guatemalan exporters have warned that current conditions risk 1 billion pesos in exports, employment, and supplies. The Chamber of Commerce of Guatemala joined the call for authorities to intervene immediately to clear blocked points. Exporters are requesting the restoration of the rule of law to protect the rights of citizens. The disruptions threaten the stability of local supply chains.

Various business chambers in Guatemala issued a statement rejecting road blockades occurring at multiple points across the country today. The Guatemalan Association of Exporters warned that historical blockades have caused economic damage and supply chain interruptions. The association called for dialogue and institutional solutions to address citizen demands without affecting governability. The statement was made in the context of ongoing logistics concerns in the country. Guatemalan exporters have warned that current conditions risk 1 billion pesos in exports, employment, and supplies. The Chamber of Commerce of Guatemala joined the call for authorities to intervene immediately to clear blocked points. Exporters are requesting the restoration of the rule of law to protect the rights of citizens. The disruptions threaten the stability of local supply chains. These disruptions are also delaying productive processes and increasing logistics costs, according to estimates from the Industrial Policy Observatory. Protesters established blockades at kilometer 178 on the Castillo Armas bridge. Approximately 15 locations nationwide were involved in the demonstrations. No blockades were reported in Guatemala City during the day.

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Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“Diversas cámaras del país emitieron un pronunciamiento para rechazar estos bloqueos registrados en distintos puntos del país que se han dado en el transcurso de esta jornada.”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“la Cámara de Industria de de Guatemala señaló que los cierres de ruta no sólo detienen el tránsito vehicular sino que también impactan en el acceso a servicios esenciales”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“industrial de la Cámara de Industria, los departamentos afectados concentran el ingreso y desplazamiento de más de 4.9 millones de vehículos... en un solo día de bloqueos se representa o representa una pérdida estimada de 217.5”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“día de bloqueos se representa o representa una pérdida estimada de 217.5”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“día de bloqueos se representa o representa una pérdida estimada de 217.5 que sale por cada persona económicamente activa. Situación que también afirma y repercute en la competitividad del país pero también en la confianza de inversionistas.”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“the Guatemalan association of exporters reminded that historically blockades have caused economic effects, interruptions in supply chains, but also limitations in access to health services.”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“pone en riesgo exportaciones, empleos y suministros de mil millones de pesos.”

Emisoras Unidas Guatemala

“pone en riesgo exportaciones, empleos y suministros de mil millones de pesos. de familias. Además pide autoridades la intervención para poder restablecerla libre de la comodación y garantizar el complemento al estado de derecho.”

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