An explosive letter, dated January 8, 2025, addressed to Ana Lombardía and Luis Martínez of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), has sparked a storm in the world of international arbitration. In the letter, María Cristina González Flores, wife of Jorge Alberto Gaitán Castro—a man accused of corruption and multiple crimes—makes serious accusations against the AAA...
Alfonso Carrillo, Former Minister Under Gustavo Petro and Ally of Iván Velásquez The name Alfonso Carrillo resonates strongly in Guatemala’s legal and political circles, especially after revelations of his close relationship with former CICIG chief and former Minister of Defense of Colombia, Iván Velásquez. This connection, confirmed by Ricardo Díaz, former Vice Minister of Defense...
The international arbitration system, designed as an efficient mechanism for resolving commercial disputes, is at the center of controversy following revelations of irregularities that call its transparency and impartiality into question. This model, widely adopted in sectors such as technology, construction, finance, and entertainment, now faces an unprecedented crisis of confidence. International Arbitration Figures: A...
The Continental Towers case, one of the most complex investigations in recent times, has taken an unexpected turn with Jorge Alberto Gaitán Castro’s decision to cooperate with the authorities. After being identified as the primary suspect in a million-dollar embezzlement and data theft, his change of stance raises new questions about the nature of his...
Manuel Eduardo Conde Orellana is a Guatemalan lawyer and politician with an extensive career in national and international politics. Throughout his career, he has held various positions in the Congress of Guatemala, the Central American Parliament (PARLACEN), and the Government of Guatemala, standing out for his role in peace consolidation and institutional strengthening in the...
Policy They define terms of reference for university contracting that will evaluate applicants for the Superintendence of Competition. The Congress Economy Commission followed on February 12 the process to apply directory candidates of the Superintendence of Competition .. (Photo, Free Press: @CongresOguate). The Economy Commission held on Monday, February 24, a meeting to define the...
The announcement of the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has caused a significant impact in Guatemala and throughout the Central American region. This measure, promoted under the “America First” policy of the Trump administration and announced on February 3, 2025, by Elon Musk, director of the Department of Government Efficiency...
Corruption in Colombia continues to spread its roots into the highest levels of power, and two names stand out in this web of irregularities: Richard Aguilar and Harlem Alberto Valencia. Both have built a network of illicit businesses, embezzlement of public funds, and ties to organized crime. Their connection to figures like “Papá Pitufo,” one...
The Honduran Byron Ruiz was considered one of the drug lords in Central America and who is attributed more than 100 deaths in Honduras, authorities affirm. Ruiz Ruiz, known as Blackhe was finalized on Wednesday, February 12 at Km 22 of the road to El Salvador, three years after having completed a sentence in the...
Justice Neighbors of San Miguel Petapa denounce a man for allegedly throwing poison in the street and having caused the death of two dogs and a cat. Neighbors of San Miguel Petapa demand justice for the death of their pets. (Free press photo 🙂 The Animal Welfare Unit (UBA), of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock...