Guatemala–Korea Trade Push: Guatemala is prioritizing accession to the Korea-Central America Free Trade Agreement, aiming to expand exports and attract more South Korean investment as domestic congressional steps move forward. Climate Resilience in Agriculture: In Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán region, Indigenous women are using older and newer farming methods to fight erosion, deforestation, and shifting rains that are squeezing crop yields and worsening food insecurity. Coffee Sector & Sustainability Reset: Starbucks says it’s “actively reassessing” parts of its sustainability agenda after publishing its latest impact report, including a shift in how it frames climate goals and progress. U.S. Produce Exports (Regional Spillover): USDA data shows U.S. fruits and vegetables exports hit $12.9B in 2025, with Guatemala among key destinations—useful context for regional buyers and exporters. Forced Labor Tariff Strategy: USTR launched broad Section 301 forced-labor investigations covering nearly all major U.S. trading partners, signaling a major compliance-focused shift in how tariffs may be enforced. Public Health Cooperation: TaiwanICDF marked 30 years of foreign aid, highlighting a Guatemala breast cancer screening and referral system project that improved access to diagnosis and treatment. Wildlife & Screwworm Risk: A new report warns illegal cattle movements can spread New World screwworm into wildlife areas that are often outside standard surveillance.