Foreign Policy

Honduras endorsed a CELAC petition calling for the UN Secretary-General post to go to a candidate from Latin America or the Caribbean.

Deputy Antonio César Rivera Callejas says Congress should conduct a consensus analysis of whether Honduras should remain in the Central American Parliament (Parlacen), citing the non-binding nature of its resolutions and questioning its effectiveness.

Honduras stated that free passage through international straits is a national interest, arguing that tolls on maritime crossings raise fuel costs for Honduran families.

Foreign Minister Mireya Agüero met her Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha at the 81st UN General Assembly, signing a Honduras-Ukraine cooperation roadmap for 2026–2029.

An analyst warns that Honduras must clearly define its foreign policy stance on Nicaragua's authoritarian government, as US Secretary of State Rubio urges regional nations to distance themselves from Daniel Ortega's regime; Honduras's Foreign Ministry said it has no immediate plan to issue a statement.

The government is conducting a comprehensive review of its relationship with China, examining impacts on productive sectors, trade balance, infrastructure, and cooperation, with Foreign Minister Mireya Agüero noting the president's focus on protecting jobs, exports, and competitiveness.

The director of the Association for a More Just Society (ASJ) challenged President Nasry Asfura's decision not to send humanitarian aid to Venezuela following deadly earthquakes, arguing that regional solidarity should prevail in emergencies, while noting that Congress has taken a different stance.

Honduras's foreign ministry denied on Tuesday that the government is negotiating to restore diplomatic relations with Taiwan, which were severed in March 2023 when the previous administration switched recognition to China.

Taiwan's vice minister of foreign affairs said the government is willing to resume diplomatic relations and joint development projects with Honduras, noting President Asfura made the promise during his campaign.