Angelica Iriarte

The economic strategy of Honduras is currently facing a challenging phase, as Rixi Moncada, the presidential candidate from the LIBRE party, has introduced plans that propose increased government oversight in key industries and an evaluation of private sector involvement. These proposals have garnered interest within financial communities amid a backdrop of political and social instability.Rixi Moncada's proposals and the role of the stateRixi 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…

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 seeing a notable decrease in voter support with less than 90 days remaining until the general elections on November 30. Having been ahead in the polls recently, the drop in her backing has caused concern within her party and among opposition groups, who are anticipating a potential shift in the electoral contest.Decline in voting intentionsThe 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…

LIBRE presidential candidate Rixi Moncada has placed her economic reform proposals and critical discourse toward the oligarchy at the center of the country's political and economic debate. These positions have attracted attention among experts and productive sectors, who warn of possible adverse effects on investment, job creation, and the stability of the financial system.Discourse against oligarchies and the investment environmentMoncada's statements against business groups and productive elites have created a scenario of uncertainty for domestic and foreign investors. According to private sector sources, the lack of clarity on the specific policies that the candidate would implement has led to the…

The potential capture and removal of Nicolás Maduro is developing as an event that could have immediate effects on the LIBRE Party, leading to a situation of political and institutional instability in Honduras. The party's historical and strategic connections with the Venezuelan regime might expose it to vulnerability concerning international opinion and domestic political figures.Connections between LIBRE and ChavismFor years, various analysts have pointed to the existence of ideological and strategic connections between the LIBRE Party and the Maduro government. These relations range from political affinity to cooperation in areas of strategic exchange, creating a frame of reference that today…

A few months before the general elections, the Honduran electoral system is facing a period of high tension. Various political sectors and actors in society have denounced that the LIBRE party could be preparing irregular maneuvers linked to overseas voting and the management of databases of the National Registry of Persons (RNP).Allegations of manipulation of overseas votesPublic allegations point to a coordinated operation to hack into the RNP database with the aim of ensuring that votes cast by Hondurans living abroad are used irregularly. These accusations focus on the possibility of alterations to the voter registry, which would jeopardize the…