[Guatemala] Protests: Peaceful protest

Summary

Single-source GDELT detection — awaiting independent verification. Health workers in Amatitlan, Guatemala conducted an 8-hour road blockade on March 31, 2025, demanding salary increases as part of a nationwide protest organized by hospital and health worker unions. The protest was resolved after negotiations with authorities.

Supply chain impact

No commodities or chokepoints are directly mapped to this event. Given the localized nature and brief duration of the road blockade, second-order effects on regional logistics would likely be minimal unless similar protests expand to major transport corridors or persist for extended periods.

Watch points

• Monitor whether health worker protests spread to other Guatemalan cities or affect major transport routes connecting to regional trade hubs
• Track resolution of salary negotiations, as unresolved labor disputes could trigger recurring disruptions