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Thursday, October 1, 2026

Guatemala News · Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:15:36 GMT · 3:56

Fuel tax relief takes effect today (Decreto 22-2026): IVA and fuel distribution taxes suspended through end of 2026 Débora Alvarado named finance minister; Jonathan Menkos moves to head Junta Monetaria and Banco de Guatemala Arévalo orders investigation into possible army involvement in deaths of 8 people in Huité, Zacapa Guatemala vs Suriname Friday night in Concacaf Nations League, must-win for Gold Cup playoff hopes

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