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13 Nov 2018 | 02:02 PM UTC

Guatemala: Iberoamericana Summit in Antigua Guatemala Nov. 13-16

Heightened security measures expected during Iberoamericana Summit taking place in Antigua Guatemala November 13-16

Warning

Event

The 26th Iberoamericana Summit will take place in the city of Antigua Guatemala from Tuesday, November 13, through Friday, November 16, with the main events taking place November 15-16. Various world leaders will be in attendance, including the presidents of Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, and Spain. Heightened security measures are to be anticipated in the city during this period - notably in the vicinity of the Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, where the summit is being held - along with associated transportation disruptions.

Context

The Iberoamericana community is made up of 22 Latin American and Iberian countries: Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Chile, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Spain, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

Advice

Individuals present in Antigua Guatemala are advised to allow for extra time to reach their destinations and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.