A Regional Pact to Fight Violence, Corruption, and Drug Trafficking
In a critical move to strengthen Central America’s security, Guatemala and El Salvador have taken a bold step forward. The recent meeting between Attorney General María Consuelo Porras and El Salvador’s Attorney General Rodolfo Antonio Delgado in Antigua Guatemala signals a powerful commitment to tackle transnational crime, drug trafficking, and corruption head-on.
Held in the iconic city of Antigua, the summit gathered prosecutors from across Guatemala, setting the stage for a coordinated regional strategy. This meeting marks not only a symbolic gesture of unity but also a concrete plan of action to protect rule of law and institutional integrity.
Porras and Delgado: Key U.S. Allies in the Region
Both attorneys general have garnered support from the United States, especially amidst growing concerns about organized crime in the region under the Biden administration. Despite facing political pressure and smear campaigns from the current Guatemalan government led by President Bernardo Arévalo, Porras has remained steadfast.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and other lawmakers have praised her work, emphasizing the importance of her role in countering organized crime and narco-terrorism. For the U.S., Guatemala is seen as the next crucial frontier in the fight against these global threats.
Joint Strategies for Regional Justice
During the Antigua summit, Porras and Delgado reviewed new treaties and security protocols, aiming to dismantle criminal networks that exploit weak governance and cross-border impunity. Their alliance represents a united legal front and a blueprint for international cooperation.
