Message from Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga
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Visit of Congress Representatives Byrne, Bordallo, and Torres to Guatemala
U.S. Congress Representatives Bradley Byrne, Madeleine Bordallo, and Norma Torres visited Guatemala and, together with Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, met with Attorney General Consuelo Porras at the Public Ministry of Guatemala, where they received a guided tour of the Prosecutor’s Office Against Extortion. Since the creation of this office in 2017, the U.S. has supported ... Read More»
G13 visits area affected by the Volcán de Fuego
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated along with representatives of the G13 Donor Group and authorities of the Government of Guatemala, in a tour to evaluate the response and follow-up actions to the tragedy of the Volcán de Fuego. We are committed to working in coordination with Guatemala and the members of the G13, to support ... Read More»
SaborUSA presented several leading U.S. products to the local market
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga shared with hundreds of Guatemalans the successful SaborUSA experience, which presented several leading U.S. products to the local market, as part of the close commercial relationship between the U.S. and Guatemala. During the event, the official toured different stands in which he showed the fusion of the talent of prominent Guatemalan ... Read More»
Art in the Embassies Program
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga and his wife Mary Arreaga celebrated the importance of Art in a cultural exchange at the official residence as part of the Art in the Embassies program from the U.S. Department of State, that creates an intercultural dialogue on mutual understanding through Visual Arts and the dynamic exchange of artists. The ... Read More»
Meeting of Ambassador Arreaga with the Public Ministry
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with Attorney General Consuelo Porras and delegates from the Public Ministry of Guatemala and the Embassy to discuss the support of the US Government to the Justice System and contribute to Prosperity, Citizen Security and Governance in Guatemala. Read More»
Inauguration of the Emergency Operations Center
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the Emergency Operations Center of Conred with the support of Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance. The U.S. contributed US $ 150,000 to build the new decision-making room of said center, which will be used by the Emergency Council of the Government of Guatemala in case of ... Read More»
Visit of guitarist Randall Zwally
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the concert offered by professor and guitarist Randall Zwally as an initiative to share the history and culture of the United States, and inspire young people to find in art a tool of prosperity. Young people from zone 21 that are part of the ensemble of guitars of the Municipality ... Read More»
Sesame Street in Escuintla
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Mrs. Arreaga attended the workshop given by the Sesame Street Foundation, aimed at the victims of the Volcán de Fuego tragedy, which took place at the UNICEF shelter, located at the Armando Barillas National Stadium in Escuintla. Elmo, Lola, Abby and the Cookie Monster traveled to Guatemala to share with survivors ... Read More»
Aura Elena Farfán receives recognition Woman of Courage
Ambassador Luis Arreaga presented the International Woman of Corage Award to Aura Elena Farfán, director of FAMDEGUA, in recognition of her work committed to supporting the families of the disappeared during the internal armed conflict. In March of this year, the State Department selected Mrs. Farfán from the group of 10 exceptional women around the ... Read More»
“Denuncia La Trata” campaign launch with USAID Guatemala support
On the World Day Against Trafficking, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the launch of the “Denuncia La Trata” campaign accompanied by representatives of the Human Rights Ombudsman, the Judicial Branch of Guatemala, the Public Prosecutor of Guatemala, the PGN Guatemala, SVET and the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. Guatemala is a place of origin, ... Read More»
SPMAGTF Task Force in Petén
Ambassador Luis Arreaga traveled to Petén and Belize in a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter that is part of the vehicles used by theSPMAGTF Task Force organized by U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) for the humanitarian assistance exercises carried out in the country together with other partners in the region. Part of the bilateral cooperation actions focused ... Read More»
Ambassador spoke with youth from the Altiplano who participate in USAID Guatemala projects
Ambassador Luis Arreaga spoke with young people from the Altiplano who participate in different USAID Guatemala projects who shared their challenges, aspirations and perspective on development issues. During the meeting they also discussed the search for opportunities to be protagonists of prosperity in their communities, talked about citizen participation, access to public services, educational achievements, ... Read More»
Ambassador met with the Indigenous Authority of Chichicastenango
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with the Indigenous Authority of Chichicastenango to learn about the efforts to promote citizen participation and access to justice for indigenous people. Inclusive development and good governance are essential to guarantee equal opportunities for all citizens. We support through USAID Guatemala the inclusive dialogue that promotes the prosperity and sustainability of ... Read More»
Local Nexus of USAID Guatemala in Sacapulas, Quiché promotes transparent municipal governments
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited Sacapulas, Quiché, where he observed the work done by USAID Guatemala through Local Nexus to promote transparent municipal governments that seek to improve the socioeconomic conditions of the population in an effective and inclusive manner and strengthen good governance. The Ambassador met the mayor of Sacapulas, and visited the municipal water ... Read More»
PROINNOVA Project for Agricultural Value Chains of USAID Guatemala
During his visit to Quiché, Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the project Innovative Solutions for Agricultural Value Chains of USAID Guatemala and the Feed The Future initiative of the US Government, which seeks to improve the quality of life of families in the Altiplano. The beneficiaries and executors of the program presented the Ambassador with demonstration ... Read More»
Ambassador receives guided tour of Chichicastenango by Access students
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the handicraft market of Chichicastenango on a guided tour by two young Access alumni, who demonstrated the skills acquired by being part of this English scholarship program. One of Access’s goals is to increase the educational and employment opportunities of its graduates by learning the English language. The Ambassador also met ... Read More»
Ambassador participates in Civic Municipal program commemorating the 4th of July
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated with the Mayor of Guatemala City, Ricardo Quiñónez, and students from five educational establishments in the Municipal Civic Program organized by the Municipality of Guatemala, which this month is dedicated to the celebration of Independence of the United States. The Ambassador pointed out that on July 4 we not only ... Read More»
Independence Day Celebration
We commemorated the 242nd anniversary of US Independence. We celebrate the Right to Life, Freedom, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Photo album Read More»
Meeting with the new Attorney General and Chief of the Public Ministry of Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with Attorney General María Consuelo Porras and collaborators of the Guatemalan Public Ministry to discuss the opportunities for support between the US Government and the Government of Guatemala to strengthen the Justice System. Read More»
Memorial Day commemoration ceremony
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the commemoration ceremony of Memorial Day in gratitude to those who have given their lives in the service of the United States. War Day or Memorial Day is a federal commemorative date that takes place in the United States of America on the last Monday of May of each year, ... Read More»
Visit of Congressman Vicente González to Guatemala
Congressman Vicente González (Democrat, Texas) visited Guatemala from May 25 to 29. He held a series of meetings to discuss the continuing importance of the relationship between Guatemala and the United States, and to learn more about the cooperation that exists between our nations. During this trip, he met with President Jimmy Morales, the CICIG ... Read More»
Launch of the Antiretroviral Treatment Quick Start Strategy
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the launch of the Antiretroviral Treatment Quick Start Strategy of the Comprehensive Care Unit for HIV and Chronic Infections Dr. Carlos Rodolfo Mejía Villatoro of Hospital Roosevelt. This strategy, implemented by the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala, aims to get people with HIV to start treatment within a maximum of ... Read More»
Construction of the new Specialized Center for Reinsertion
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with the President and the First Lady of the Government of Guatemala in the ceremony to lay the first stone for the construction of the new Specialized Center for Reinsertion (CER) of the Secretariat of Social Welfare in San José Pinula, thanks to the US support Department of State: Bureau of ... Read More»
Allied Humanitarian Forces Exercise (FAHUM)
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the exercise of Allied Humanitarian Forces (FAHUM) in Guatemala in collaboration with the US Southern Command in a practice to evaluate and increase the response capacity of the Government of Guatemala in the face of a major humanitarian disaster. The US is committed to work in coordination with the Government ... Read More»
Welcome reception to TechCamp Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arrega participated in the welcome reception at TechCamp Guatemala. This initiative of the State Department brings together young leaders from Latin America to promote the use of technology to promote transparency and accountability, strengthen democracy, good governance and the fight against corruption, while seeking to contribute to the objectives of the Summit of ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Wardens in Antigua
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met in Antigua with the American Wardens, to thank them for their volunteering and commitment to our country. We thank PROATUR, DISETUR and Conred Guatemala for the support of our Wardens and contribute to the safety of US citizens in emergency situations. Read More»
Ambassador Arrega participated in OSAC Security Conference
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the opening of the Annual Conference of the Advisory Council on Security Abroad OSAC 13 that will address challenges of the region in security issues. Central America is a rich, diverse region with enormous potential that will not be achieved unless there is more foreign investment, cooperation between the public-private ... Read More»
USAID’s Project “Creating New Economic Opportunities”
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with officials of the Government of Guatemala in the launch of USAID Guatemala’s project “Creating new Economic Opportunities,” seeking to create economic opportunities in the Western Highlands with focus on investment and competitiveness. The national and foreign investment and the boost of the competitiveness in the country are determinant to generate ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participated as an international observer during the Popular Consultation
Ambassador Arreaga visited one of the voting centers as part of the international body that accompanied the Popular Consultation and to share with the Guatemalans on this important day. Active citizenship strengthens the country and raises the profile of democratic processes. Read More»
Groundbreaking of the new US Embassy building in Guatemala
We participate together with the Government of Guatemala in the ceremony to lay the first stone for the start of the construction of the new building of the US Embassy in Guatemala in zone 16. Our new embassy will be one of the first buildings in the country with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Aura Elena Farfán, Woman of Courage 2018
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with Aura Elena Farfán, awarded as Woman of Courage by the U.S. Department of State, congratulated her, and urged her to continue working to inspire other women to raise their voices in defense of Human Rights, peace, and justice in Guatemala. Read More»
Inauguration of the new central offices of the Sex Crimes Investigation Department
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the new headquarters of the Sexual Crimes Investigation Department of the PNC of Guatemala as part of the support through U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) to citizen security. The inauguration of these facilities marks the renewal of the fight against ... Read More»
Signing of Memorandum of Understanding with the Supreme Electoral Tribunal
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Guatemala to support the Supreme Electoral Tribunal TSE as part of our commitment to contribute to a free, fair, and transparent electoral process under good governance. We congratulate the TSE Guatemala for the initiative to promote reforms in favor ... Read More»
Commemoration of Tuberculosis Day
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the event to commemorate Tuberculosis Day, organized with the support of the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance, PEPFAR Central America, CDC, and University Research Co. “Looking for Leaders for a world free of Tuberculosis” is the theme of this year, which focuses on the commitment of all sectors, ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga learns about investment programs in Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited 4 Grados Norte where he shared with several entrepreneurs and investors who are working to create an ecosystem of “Angel Investment” that promotes the investment of risk capital as support for entrepreneurship in Guatemala. During the meeting, the entrepreneurs showed the Ambassador business that uses technology to solve common challenges in ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga visits USAID projects in Petén
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Director John Beed of USAID Guatemala visited an area of forest concessions in Uaxactún to learn how this conservation model has impacted the protection of natural and cultural resources, as well as the prosperity and security of their communities. Forest concessions are successful models for the conservation of biodiversity through the ... Read More»
Inauguration of the Integral Care Model with support from USAID
In the framework of the commemoration of International Women’s Day, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with the Attorney General Thelma Aldana at the inauguration of the new Integral Attention Model (MAI) of the Public Ministry, which will ensure that Guatemalan women and children have unlimited access to better justice services, with full respect for their rights ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga visits INL and Culture programs in Izabal
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the cities of Puerto Barrios and Livingston in the department of Izabal as part of the security and culture programs promoted by the Embassy. In Livingston, the Ambassador visited the Model Police Precinct and talked with agents who are part of the program in the town. The operation of the monitoring ... Read More»
Ambassador Nikki Haley visited Guatemala
The Ambassador of the United States to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, visited Guatemala on the last days of the month of February. Within her agenda, she held a meeting with President Jimmy Morales, Commissioner Iván Velásquez of CICIG and Attorney General Thelma Aldana. In addition, along with Ambassador Luis Arreaga, she had the opportunity ... Read More»
Inauguration of the Higher Risk Appeals Chamber with support from USAID / INL
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the Higher Risk and Extinction of Appeals Chamber of the Judicial Branch of Guatemala, which will resolve legal recourses to expedite complex criminal proceedings. This chamber was created with support from USAID Guatemala and U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT, ... Read More»
Ambassador participates in a conversation with university students
Ambassador Luis Arreaga offered the presentation “The Ethics as a bulwark of Democracy” in the Week of Ethics at the Rafael Landívar University. During his participation, the Ambassador also discussed how citizens should create and promote a culture of legality with the daily exercise of an ethical life. Therefore, he explained that if a society ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Amcham, Challenges and Opportunities
February 15, 2018 Excelentísimo Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Jimmy Morales; excelentísimo Presidente del Congreso de Guatemala, Álvaro Arzú; honorables representantes del Gobierno de Guatemala; Presidente de AmCham, Licenciado Juan Pablo Carrasco; excelentísima Ministra de Relaciones Exteriores, Sandra Jovel; excelentísimo Ministro de Economía, Acisclo Valladares; señores de los medios de comunicación; distinguidos invitados: Muy ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participated in Amcham’s “Challenges and Opportunities” event
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the “Challenges and Opportunities” event organized by AmCham Guatemala, in which he highlighted U.S. investments as a sign of confidence in a Guatemala that fights against corruption. Among the examples cited, the Ambassador mentioned the four American hotel chains that inaugurated facilities in the country in 2017, after 10 years ... Read More»
Ambassador is introduced to the new digital platform for Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the offices of Pronacom where the Commissioner and Minister of Economy, Acisclo Valladares, presented the advances in the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity and the new platform that presents the strategy of the Government of Guatemala. The new digital platform to follow up on the plan, shows in detail the ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga visited the Prosecutor’s Office against Crime and Extortion
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the Office of the Prosecutor against Crime and Extortion along with USAID Guatemala authorities to learn more about their results and work methodology. This prosecutor’s office has carried out seven large-scale operations since 2016, in which more than 680 people accused of extortion have been captured, which represents a strategic attack ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga supports the efforts of the National Civil Police
Ambassador Luis Arreaga congratulated the Director of the National Civil Police of Guatemala, Nery Ramos y Ramos, for the 10% decrease in homicide figures compared to January 2017 and a 32% reduction in homicides since 2009. The United States Embassy applauds the work of the courageous officers of the PNC, who fight against corruption and ... Read More»
Inauguration of Modernization and Security initiatives on the border Guatemala / El Salvador
The Governments of El Salvador and Guatemala, with the support of the United States, inaugurated the infrastructure improvements carried out at the borders of La Hachadura, on the side of El Salvador, and Pedro de Alvarado, on the Guatemalan side, which facilitate trade, customs control, security, and attention to users and migrants. The work done ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participated in tree planting event
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated in a tree planting event organized in conjunction with the Auxiliary Mayor’s Office of Zone 16. This planting responds to the commitment of each mission of the United States around the world, to respect the environment with a Green Policy that contributes to optimize natural resources and protect them. As ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassadors of the Northern Triangle meet in Guatemala
The U.S. ambassadors for Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras met to coordinate efforts to support the Alliance for Prosperity Plan as an initiative of the Northern Triangle governments for prosperity, citizen security, and governance in the region. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Ambassador Pulido de Colombia
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with Ambassador Carlos Manuel Pulido of Colombia to discuss joint actions that contribute to strengthening prosperity, governance, and citizen security in Guatemala. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with technical team of the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials from Pronacom, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Public Finance, and Segeplán, who make up the technical team of the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity of the country. The Guatemalan officials shared with the Ambassador their progress and goals regarding the Plan, highlighting the projects to ... Read More»
End of the year message from Ambassador Arreaga
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga shares a message with all Guatemalans (in Spanish), wishing them much prosperity for the new year. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga offers reception on the topic of Security
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials of the Government of Guatemala, the diplomatic corps, civil society, and the private sector to discuss joint actions that contribute to strengthening security in the country. The reception is part of a series of meetings to address the pillars of cooperation between the U.S. and Guatemala: prosperity, citizen security ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Security Reception
December 06, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Señoras y señores, Muy buenas noches y bienvenidos sean todos. Es un gran placer compartir esta noche con ustedes para conversar sobre un tema importantísimo para todos nosotros: la seguridad de Guatemala. Este evento forma parte de una serie de reuniones para abordar los tres pilares de la ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Third National Open Government Plan
December 06, 2017 Palacio Nacional de la Cultura Señor Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Licenciado Jimmy Morales Señor Vice-Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Doctor Jafeth Cabrera Señor Presidente del Congreso de la República de Guatemala, Oscar Chinchilla Señor Presidente del Organismo Judicial, Magistrado José Antonio Pineda Barales Señora Fiscal General de la República, ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga visited Colectivo Amigos contra el SIDA
As part of the commemoration of World AIDS Day, Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the VICITS clinic of Colectivo Amigos contra el SIDA (Friends against AIDS Collective) where he learned about the work being done in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health, the support of CDC and its ICAP partner (International Center for AIDS Care ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – World AIDS Day
December 1, 2017 Colectivo Amigos contra el Sida Muy buenas tardes a todos. Estamos reunidos para celebrar el Día Mundial de la Lucha contra el SIDA. Este es un tema importantísimo para el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos y estoy aquí para reiterar nuestro compromiso de colaborar con el Ministerio de Salud, con Organismos Internacionales, ... Read More»
Ambassadors of the USA, Mexico and Canada participate in film forum
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with Ambassador Deborah Chatsis of the Embassy of Canada in Guatemala and Ambassador Luis Lopez of the Embassy of Mexico in Guatemala in the film forum entitled #JusticiaParaEllxs. This initiative unites the efforts of the three embassies, as part of the campaign of 16 Days of activism to promote Gender Equality ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Film Forum “Justice For My Sister”
November 30, 2017 Mexican Embassy in Guatemala Excelentísimos Embajadores de Mexico y Canadá; Oficiales de Gobierno; Panelistas y expertos en temas de violencia de género; Miembros de los medios de comunicación; Distinguidos invitados; Muy Buenas tardes. A nivel mundial, una de cada tres mujeres ha sufrido violencia física o sexual. Me imagino que para las mujeres ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participates in the 50th anniversary of AmCham
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of AmCham Guatemala, where he had the opportunity to thank and congratulate its members for the commitment and dedication to promote trade and investment between the United States and Guatemala, for the benefit of the citizens of both countries. This joint collaboration has served ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – 50th Anniversary of Amcham Guatemala
November 29, 2017. Buenas tardes a todos y muchas felicidades por su 50avo aniversario. Dado que este es mi primer evento oficial con la Cámara, lo primero que quiero hacer es agradecer a los miembros, y especialmente a junta directiva por su compromiso y dedicación. Nos enorgullece que ésta es una de las cámaras bilaterales ... Read More»
Vice President of OPIC and Ambassador Arreaga meet with President Morales
The Vice President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), Ryan Brennan, confirmed in a meeting with the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales and Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, a US investment plan of $1 billion in the countries of the Northern Triangle (El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras) in order to create 10 thousand ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga hosted reception on “Gender and Marketing”
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga hosted a reception for Guatemalan and American businessmen/women and creative experts in Social Marketing. During the event, the Ambassador urged guests to produce campaigns that empower women to impact the prosperity and cultural change of the country, as well as highlight the responsibility of entrepreneurs, creatives and, media as agents of ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Social Marketing focused on Gender Equity
November 28, 2017 Buenas noches y bienvenidos. Es para mí un placer estar con ustedes esta noche. Quiero agradecer en particular la presencia de nuestros invitados de honor, Jess Weiner Gerente General de Talk to Jess; Diane Reichenberger – Vice Presidenta de Estrategia Global de Mattel; Kendra Smith – artista y atleta reconocida y a ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participated in the Peace Corps swearing-in ceremony
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the Swearing Ceremony of 36 new volunteers from Peace Corps Guatemala. The Ambassador congratulated the new volunteers and wished them a fantastic experience in Guatemala. They join more than 5,000 volunteers who have served this country since 1963 and will work together with Guatemalans who have given a testimony of ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Swearing in of 36 new volunteers
November 28, 2017. Sr. Craig Badger, Director de País; Sra. Carolyn Beal, Directora de Capacitación; Sres. Socios de Trabajo; Aspirantes y Voluntarios de Cuerpo de Paz; Personal de Cuerpo de Paz Buenos días. Primero que todo quiero felicitar al nuevo grupo que se convertirá en Voluntarios, en este día de su juramentación. Me enorgullece ser parte de la tradición ... Read More»
Speech by Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Town Hall Meeting, Xela
Quetzaltenango, November 18, 2017 Ladies and Gentlemen, Good afternoon! I am delighted to be with you today, and I thank you for joining us for this Town Hall event. I think it is fitting that my first opportunity to speak with a group of private American citizens should take place in Quetzaltenango, which I know ... Read More»
Speech by Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Exposición Sabor USA, Xela
Quetzaltenango, 18 de noviembre de 2017 Señor Alcalde, Licenciado Luis Grijalva; Señoras y Señores Expositores; Señoras y Señores Miembros de la Prensa; Público que nos acompaña. Muy Buenos días a todos. Les agradecemos enormemente que nos acompañen en este importante evento; espero que hayan tenido la oportunidad de probar algunos de los alimentos en la ... Read More»
Speech by Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Pre-event reception Sabor USA, Xela
Quetzaltenango 17 de noviembre 2017 Buenas noches a todos. Muchísimas gracias por acompañarnos esta noche. Esta es la primera vez que visito Xela en muchísimos años y estoy muy contento y emocionado de estar aquí porque mi mamá nació no muy lejos de aquí en Olintepeque. También me complace participar en el lanzamiento de “Sabor ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga offers reception for prosperity
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials from the Government of Guatemala, the Diplomatic Corps, Civil Society and the Private Sector to discuss joint actions to boost the country’s prosperity. Prosperity is one of the pillars of the United States Strategy with Central America and a key component of the Alliance for Prosperity. Ambassador Arreaga mentioned ... Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Prosperity Reception
November 21, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Buenas noches, sean todos bienvenidos. Considero un gran honor representar al Gobierno de los Estados Unidos en Guatemala, un país que es muy especial para mí. Desde mi llegada, me han preguntado muchas veces sobre las prioridades de los Estados Unidos para Guatemala. Puedo asegurarles que nuestros objetivos ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the Minister of Defense of Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arreaga paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Defense, Major General Luis Ralda. We work together with the Ministry of Defense and the Guatemalan Army to contribute to the solutions of national security and support their efforts to combat corruption and impunity that affects the reach of binational goals. Read More»
Speech of Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga – Opening ceremony National Teachers Conference NTC
November 2nd. 2017 IGA administration and faculty; Ministry of Education officials; Presenters; teachers; students. Friends all Good morning! It is a great pleasure to be with you today at the 36th annual National Teachers Conference. This year’s theme, “Different Cultures, One Classroom” serves as a great reminder of the world we live in and the ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Guatemalan entrepreneurs
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with a group of business people, media and Guatemalan NGOs to learn about their proposals on how to work on the country’s priorities and how to contribute to the goals of prosperity, citizen security and governance. They also addressed issues such as the importance of joining their voice to the ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga participates in the Latin American Impact Investment Forum
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the Latin American Forum on Impact Investment in Central America and the Caribbean, in which he called on participants, including the private sector, government, universities and civil society, to join together for a more supportive Guatemala that works towards finding the solutions of common challenges to build the prosperity. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the Solicitor General of the Nation
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga paid a courtesy visit to the Solicitor General of the Nation, Anabella Morfin. The efficiency in the resolution of high-impact cases in the country helps to give Guatemalans confidence in their institutions. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the Superintendent of SAT
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met this afternoon with the Chief of the Superintendency of Tax Administration (SAT) Juan Francisco Solórzano in the context of a courtesy hearing. Among other issues, the officials talked about trade, customs and tax collection, as essential elements for the prosperity of the country. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga attends National Teachers Conference
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the opening ceremony of the National Teachers Conference for English instructors, organized annually by Instituto Guatemalteco Americano IGA. This year, the conference celebrates its 36th edition entitled “Different Cultures, One Classroom”, a theme highlighted by Ambassador Arreaga, embodies its richness in the role of teachers as promoters of the importance ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the Human Rights Ombudsman
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and the Human Rights Ombudsman, Jordán Rodas, had the opportunity to meet this afternoon at the Embassy. The officials discussed the continued support for the institutions that protect the fundamental rights of all Guatemalans. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga at the inauguration of the National Employment Fair
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated at the inauguration of the National Employment Fair, along with the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales and Minister Leticia Teleguario of the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. The event was also attended by representatives of other sectors, such as Mr. Antonio Malouf, president of Cacif and Mr. ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with AmCham Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arreaga spoke with representatives of AmCham Guatemala in a meeting that focused on issues of economic strengthening, free market between Guatemala and the United States, Amcham’s efforts to meet the needs of its more than 500 member companies, and the struggle against corruption. The United States Embassy works closely with our Guatemalan partners ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with CACIF and FUNDESA
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with members of CACIF and FUNDESA to discuss the importance of the fight against corruption and impunity for a favorable investment climate for the country. The Ambassador also emphasized the support of the United States and the joint efforts of the various sectors of the country to facilitate trade, promote education ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Indigenous Leaders
Ambassador Luis Arreaga had the opportunity to speak with leaders of indigenous communities about the importance of continuing to work on public policies that promote social inclusion, strengthen respect for human rights and promote a more tolerant and equitable society with opportunities for everybody. Indigenous leaders and the Ambassador agreed on the importance of investing ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with representatives from Civil Society
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with representatives of different civil society organizations where he established a dialogue on the role of Citizen Participation to promote transparency initiatives that promote accountability to respond to the needs of Guatemalans. The United States considers the presence of Civil Society in the processes of transformation and democratic social reform essential. ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with Commissioner Velásquez and Attorney General Aldana
During his tour of meetings, Ambassador Luis Arreaga had the opportunity to coincide with the Attorney General and Chief of the Public Ministry of Guatemala, Thelma Aldana, and CICIG Commissioner – International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala, Ivan Velasquez. The Ambassador used the space to confirm the commitment of the United States Government to their ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the President of the Supreme Court
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the Supreme Court of Justice to meet with the president of said institution Nery Medina. Officials talked about joint efforts to continue working on strengthening justice institutions so that Guatemalans have access to a transparent, autonomous and agile system. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the President of the Constitutional Court
Ambassador Luis Arreaga greeted the president of the Constitutional Court, Francisco de Mata Vela in a presentation meeting. The event was an occasion in which the Ambassador emphasized the follow-up of the United States Government’s support for the important work of the Court in protecting the Guatemalan constitution, fighting the scourge of corruption and ensuring ... Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga attends G13 Donor Group reunion with President Morales
Guatemala’s President Jimmy Morales and the G13 Donor Group, including Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, met to discuss cooperation between the international community and Guatemala in the fight against corruption and impunity. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga met with the President of the Guatemalan Congress
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with the President of the Guatemalan Congress, Oscar Chinchilla, for an official visit where they discussed the important work of legislators to promote an Open Government. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga received his official accreditation from President Morales
Ambassador Luis Arreaga was officially accredited as the United States representative in Guatemala by the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales. Read More»
Ambassador Arreaga presented his Style Letters to Minister of Foreign Affairs
Designated Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga presented his Style Letters to Minister Sandra Jovel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala. Read More»
Arrival of Ambassador Luis Arreaga in Guatemala
REF#: 2017-14 September 29, 2017 Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga will arrive in Guatemala on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 and will present his diplomatic credentials to President of the Republic of Guatemala Jimmy Morales in a ceremony at the Palacio Nacional de la Cultura on Wednesday, October 4, 2017. See more Read More»
Ambassador Robinson offers welcome reception to new diplomats
Ambassador Todd Robinson hosted a reception to welcome the new U.S. diplomats who will be joining the mission in Guatemala, including Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge, the Director of U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT Hugo Guevara, and Public Affairs Counselor Stephen Posivak, among others. The Ambassador ... Read More»
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the 2017 VisitUSA Summit
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the VisitUSA Summit to promote tourism and travel to the United States. The event was developed through several days that combined business meetings, seminars and workshops that spoke about the novelties that invite to acquire different services or visit particular destinations of that country. The Ambassador had the opportunity to ... Read More»
Ambassador visits US Marine Corps Task Force in Guatemala
Ambassador Todd Robinson visited the facilities of the Guatemalan Air Force to share with members of the U.S. Marine Corps Special Purpose Airborne Task Force of the Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). The Task Force, made up of some 300 active duty Marines and reservists, also has a presence in Belize, El Salvador, and Honduras to support ... Read More»
Food Export Mission in Guatemala
Ambassador Todd Robinson hosted eight representatives of different U.S. companies visiting Guatemala as part of the trade mission organized by the Food Export Association, in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture with the intention of bringing together local entrepreneurs and establishing business relationships, as part of promoting SaborUSA products. The visit also seeks to ... Read More»
Ambassador visits “Conversa 17” forum organized by former YLAI fellow
Ambassador Todd Robinson attended the forum for social design, marketing and social projects entitled “Conversa 17” in La Erre. The event was an initiative to promote social entrepreneurship in Guatemala and was organized by Diego Olivero, who is a former YLAI – Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative of the US Department of State – ... Read More»
Meeting of donor countries for Guatemala (G13)
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the meeting of the group of donor countries for Guatemala, in which the United States assumed the temporary presidency of said group. The U.S. official took the opportunity to thank the Swiss mission for the leadership it has held over the last few months and stressed its commitment to continue ... Read More»
1st Ibero-American Symposium on Environment, Civil Aviation and Climate Change
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the inauguration of the 1st Ibero-American Symposium on Environment, Civil Aviation and Climate Change: Flying towards Sustainability. In Montreal, during the 39th International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) assembly in September last year, Guatemala, Spain and the United States signed a trilateral partnership agreement: “Alliance for Sustainable Aviation” (ALAS), which will ... Read More»
Ambassador Robinson participates in presentation of Convention 169
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the presentation of Convention 169 of the International Labor Organization. This agreement contributes to Guatemala’s prosperity and governance by fostering dialogue, respect, and mutual understanding between different sectors. Indigenous peoples and the private sector should work together with the Government of Guatemala as a facilitator. Read More»
4th of July Celebration
Ambassador Todd Robinson led the celebration of United States Independence Day. The celebration began with a unique New York-style proposal, in which Ambassador Robinson, Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, Ana María Diéguez, approached the stage by simulating A trip in the famous yellow cabs. This year ... Read More»
Commemoration of Pride Month at the Embassy
In commemoration of Pride Month, Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips participated in a celebration to promote equality and promote action against violence and discrimination towards the LGBTI community. The event was attended by human rights defenders in the country and representatives of LGBTI rights organizations, delegates from different institutions of the ... Read More»
Ambassador Robinson reaffirms to the press the results of the Conference for Security and Prosperity of Central America
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips participated in a meeting with journalists representing different media outlets to discuss the Security and Prosperity Conference (CentAm2017) in Miami, Florida. As stated by the White House at the close of the first day of the conference, the Ambassador emphasized the continued support of the ... Read More»
Ambassador meets with indigenous youth from USAID Internship Program
The USAID Guatemala Internship Program seeks to cultivate leadership and increase opportunities for indigenous youth with social commitment, willing to create prosperity for themselves and their communities. The United States responds to the commitment to support to strengthen the formation of leaders in Guatemala with programs like this one, in which we also find the ... Read More»
Ambassador Robinson presents U.S. tribute to Dr. Mejia’s Family
Ambassador Todd Robinson visited the Clinic of Infectious Diseases at Hospital Roosevelt as part of the United States’ recognition of the valuable legacy of Dr. Carlos Mejía Villatoro. He took the opportunity to thank the cooperation Dr. Mejia offered to the United States Government agencies of CDC and USAID Guatemala, and their implementing partners in the ... Read More»
Ambassador Robinson meets with Global Shapers from Guatemala
Ambassador Todd Robinson met with members of Global Shapers Guatemala City, an initiative of the World Economic Forum based in different cities around the world, which seeks to promote positive changes of high impact in Guatemala and inspire transformation, with the active participation of young leaders. Global Shapers are young enthusiasts who work in different ... Read More»
Inauguration of Welcome Hall for Returned Migrant Children
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated alongside the First Lady of Guatemala, Patricia de Morales, and the Representative of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Jorge Peraza, at the inauguration of the Welcome Hall at La Aurora International Airport, to receive Returned Migrant Children and their families. Ambassador Robinson congratulated the First Lady on her leadership in ... Read More»
“Sabor USA” promotes U.S. food products
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, participated in the “Sabor USA” exhibition that brought together a number of leading United States food products as part of an agricultural and commercial promotion in the country. Both U.S. officials led the delegation that toured the different stands, which featured recipes prepared by renowned Guatemalan ... Read More»
Visit to El Mirador
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, visited several archaeological sites in El Petén, including El Mirador, as part of their interest in highlighting the importance of protecting Cultural Heritage. Cultural heritage is an evocation of history that transmits wisdom, identity, pride and great value to humanity, so we all have a responsibility ... Read More»
Access Alumni offer Ambassador a tour of the island of Flores, Petén
Ambassador Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, met with alumni from the Access Microscholarship program and members of the U.S. Department of State’s Alumni Association AJEDE for a tour of the island of Flores, Petén. The youth accompanied both U.S. officials to visit several of the area’s most prominent sites. With great interest and special ... Read More»
Visit to Special Jungle Operations Brigade BEOS
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, made a visit to the Special Jungle Operations Brigade BEOS in Petén to reiterate U.S. support for security efforts in the northern region of the country. The U.S. Department of Defense Provides equipment and training for the creation of the Balám Joint Task Force and ... Read More»
Inauguration of Model Police Precint in La Libertad, Petén
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, participated in the inauguration of the Model Police Precint in the Municipality of La Libertad, El Petén. This initiative is supported by the United States Government through the U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT to contribute to Citizen Security ... Read More»
Visit to National Park Yaxhá in Petén
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission, Charisse Phillips, visited Yaxhá National Park as an initial part of a tour to recognize the various projects the United States supports in the department of Petén in Guatemala. Both U.S. officials took advantage of their presence in one of the prominent areas of the Maya Biosphere Reserve ... Read More»
Ambassador Robinson participates in swearing-in ceremony of Peace Corps. volunteers
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the swearing-in ceremony of 18 new volunteers from Peace Corps Guatemala, who will work to support maternal and child health issues in different communities throughout the country. The new group joined the ranks of more than 5,000 volunteers who have served in this country since 1963, who will certainly perform ... Read More»
U.S. Lamb Meat Market Resumes in Guatemala
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the reception offered by USDA Guatemala and USMEF to officially resume the U.S. Lamb Meat Market in Guatemala. Agricultural Counselor Todd Drennan welcomed guests to the event by highlighting USDA’s ongoing efforts to maintain constant communication with the Government of Guatemala to foster trade relations between both countries. Guatemala strengthens ... Read More»
Binational security agencies participate in U.S. Embassy event
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in a meeting organized by the U.S. Embassy Guatemala to recognize the joint work of the United States federal investigative and security agencies with the Guatemalan security and justice institutions. The meeting highlighted the commitment of the United States to support the efforts of the Government of Guatemala to strengthen citizen security. ... Read More»
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