US Resumes Military Sales to Guatemala After Nearly 50 Years
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What happened
The United States lifted restrictions on the export and sale of military equipment to Guatemala, marking the resumption of sales after nearly 50 years. President Bernardo Arévalo announced the resumption on September 22, 2026, coinciding with the arrival of the first shipment. This shipment, valued at about $5 million, included items such as M4 rifles, machine guns, and grenade launchers.
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Why it matters
The purchase was made through the Foreign Military Sales program, with Guatemala paying for the equipment itself. The resumption of sales is part of a new phase of cooperation between the two governments as Guatemala seeks to modernize its armed forces.
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Who's involved
- GuatemalaBuyer of the military equipment
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Guatemala
sovereign state in Central America
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