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New British Ambassador presents credentials to the President of Guatemala

The new British Ambassador to Guatemala, Juliana Correa, presented her credentials to President Bernardo Arevalo on 18 November 2024.

Photo: Daniel Hernandez-Salazar/Guatemalan Government

President Arevalo welcomed Ambassador Correa to Guatemala and expressed appreciation for the UK’s continued support and cooperation.  The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Carlos Ramiro Martinez, was present in the event.

Ambassador Correa reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding partnership with Guatemala. She highlighted the shared goals of promoting sustainable development, fostering economic growth, and enhancing environmental protection and governance. She pledged continued investment in Central America biodiversity and climate resilience through the UK’s Biodiverse Landscapes Fund.

The UK has been a key partner for Guatemala in working to tackle climate change while promoting human rights and rural development.  Ambassador Correa looks forward to continuing strengthening those ties.

Ms Juliana Correa was appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Guatemala in April 2024 and arrived in the region in October this year. You can read her full biography here.

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Published 18 November 2024