Latest news in Guatemala? September 3rd, 2026
03-09-2026
Key news developments concerning Guatemala for September 3, 2026:
- Semiconductor Milestone: Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) announced major progress on the “El Gran Jaguar” project, completing the design of the country’s first nanometer chip. The 65-nanometer chip was designed using specialized electronic design automation tools and is scheduled for manufacturing by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). Taiwan News+ 1
- Launch of the National Time-Use Survey (ENUT): The National Institute of Statistics (INE) officially launched Guatemala’s first National Survey on the Use of Time. Nearly 100 surveyors have begun visiting over 11,000 households nationwide to collect data on unpaid domestic labor, caregiving, and daily time distribution to better inform national public policy. Infobae
- Diplomatic & Bilateral Engagements: Following a series of regional engagements early this week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINEX) is continuing border confidence-building efforts with Belize under OAS observation, alongside bilateral discussions expanding trade and consular services. Gobierno de Guatemala
- Concacaf Nations League Preparations: The national football federation announced roster preparations ahead of the upcoming Concacaf Nations League Group B matches later this month, facing Jamaica and El Salvador.