Stimulating the Honduran EconomyWednesday, July 14, 2010 International investors, including Carlos Slim, are to meet in an economic forum to evaluate more than 100 development projects in various sectors. The event will take place on 4 and 5 November in San Pedro Sula, the economic capital of Honduras, to relaunch the promotion of the country as a destination for investment. The 200 biggest companies in Central AmericaMonday, November 3, 2008 They produce 28 percent of the GDP in the area. Their performance sets the pace for economic activity and industry trends. Mexican America Movil and Arkansas giant Wal-Mart are, without a doubt, the two biggest stars in the ranking, evidencing the significant activity in telecommunications and retail sales in the region. AT&T Comes to Latin AmericaWednesday, September 18, 2013 In agreement with America Movil, AT&T will operate in 15 countries including all of Central America. Expectations are that AT&T will today announce that it will "... extend its reach in Latin America for business customers through a cooperation with the firm America Movil, belonging to the Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim". The 50 most valuable brands in Latin AmericaMonday, September 29, 2008 An unpublished study by Interbrand y AméricaEconomía calculates the financial value of the names of the most important corporations in Latin America. For a decade now in Latin America, the value of intangible assets is now being recognized by companies. Hence the region is going through a process of architecture to give value to their brands. New Submarine Fiber Optic Cable by America MovilWednesday, December 18, 2013 With an investment of $1.1 billion it will connect to Brazil, Colombia, the United States, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. The company announced that it has completed the installation of a submarine fiber optic cable which guarantee services. This project will connect Brazil, Colombia, the USA, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. "Honduras is Open for Business"Monday, January 24, 2011 The Government of Honduras announced an aggressive plan for legal reform and a campaign to promote the country as an investment destination. With the launch of web portal "Honduras is open for business" and a video of a speech by President Porfirio Lobo the Honduran Government announced the National Investment Promotion program 2010-2014, named "The high point of a deep institutional and legal reform to position Honduras as the most attractive investment destination in Latin America.” IDB Annual Meeting in PanamaMonday, February 4, 2013 The Inter-American Development Bank will hold its Annual Meeting in Panama City from 14 to 17 March, gathering together major economic authorities of the 48 member countries. A statement from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) reads: Honduran Sugar after Mexican MarketTuesday, October 26, 2010 Mexico opened an export quota for 100,000 tons of sugar, with Honduran sugar producers attempting to take advantage of it. Sugar is not listed as an exchange product under the FTA signed by both countries. Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala Company Profile
The Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala (USAC, University of San Carlos of Guatemala) was one of the earliest universities to be founded in the Americas. It was decreed a university on January 31, 1676 by royal command of King Charles II of Spain. It had previously been known as the Escuela de Santo Tomás (School of Saint Thomas), founded in 1562 by the priest Francisco Marroquín. The University finally gained international acceptance by Official Decree from Pope Innocent XI, on June 18, 1687. Livingston to fly through the regionMonday, February 2, 2009 Once the flight to El Salvador begins in February, the company plans to start operations through Central America. In statements made to Elsalvador.com Carlos Ortiz, commercial director of Avitours and representative of the Italian airline in El Salvador said: "With this step, the airlines see El Salvador and Central America as a growing tourist destination based on forecasts and studies by the World Tourism Organization of the area. Honduras: 3 million Quintals of Sugar for ExportThursday, February 9, 2012 Sugar production in Honduras in 2011-2012 will be about 10 million quintals and will generate approximately $100 million in foreign exchange. 3 million quintals will be for export. Carlos Melara, president of the Association of Sugar Producers of Honduras (APAH), estimated that the sector will have revenues of about $100 million. According to Melara, with 70% of the crop designated for the domestic market, it has secured its supply, reported LaPrensa.hn. Central American Techno Food FairTuesday, February 21, 2012 The regional food sector will be meeting in Guatemala for the fifth Central American Industrial Techno Food Exhibition 2012, on the 29th and 30th of May. In the event, which will be held at the Westin Camino Real, Guatemala, 80 exhibitors will take part along with between 1,800 to 2,000 visitors, reported Prensalibre.com. Honduran Government to Buy Grain from National ProducersWednesday, September 7, 2011 The Honduran Institute for the Agricultural Market has announced that to in order ensure a food reserve, it will purchase staple grains from local producers. The procurement process will begin from September 15 in the Department of Olancho. Colombian Security Group GSC Eyeing Central AmericaFriday, March 26, 2010 “Grupo Seguridad Celar” (GSC) is looking to expand to Central America from its recently opened office in Panama. Juan Carlos Girardo, president of the company, explained that from Panama they are participating in government acquisitions in Dominincan Republic, Costa Rica, Honduras and Guatemala. Guatemala To Normalize Relations With HondurasThursday, January 21, 2010 The Government of Guatemala will recognize Porfirio Lobo as the legitimate president of Honduras once he is sworn in. Álvaro Colom, Guatemalan head of state, announced that he will receive president-elect Porfirio Lobo in his Presidential Residence tomorrow. |
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