Ortega Supports Central American Union
Nicaraguan President-elect Daniel Ortega, making his first official trip outside the country, promised on Tuesday to work toward a unified Central America but also said his country needs new trade partnerships beyond its neighbors and the United States.

EU Advocates for Unique Interlocutor in Central America
The European Union exhorted Central American countries to take a consensus position that lets them negotiate a future agreement for association between both regional blocks.

Guatemala Cold Kills Two
At least two people died so far from icy temperatures affecting the Guatemalan territory this weekend.

US-Guatemala Deportations on Rise
The increase of deportations from the United States brought about concern in Guatemala where 569 repatriates arrived last week.

Panama Wants Health Official Out
Health Minister Camilo Alleyne and the director of the safety deposit fund (CSS) Rene Luciani will be deeply questioned by different Panamanian sectors that demand their resignation regarding the poisoned medicine case.