TO one month after assuming the Presidency of the Republic of Honduras on January 27, 2026, Nasry Asfura He has outlined the axes of his government with a focus on state reorganization and economic stability.
His administration has allocated resources to the consolidation of professional teams, the increase in funds for inspection and the conclusion of agreements with international organizations, seeking to lay the foundations for effective management that promises to reform efficiency and transparency.
Among the highlights of this first month, Asfura confirmed the decision of double the funds to the Superior Court of Accountswith the purpose of strengthening the audit and control systems on public spending. In addition, and as reported by the Presidential House, the new administration achieved approval of USD financing 70 million with the Inter-American Development Bank to strengthen the educational system and basic services, an agreement presented as a sign of international confidence in the Honduran government.
The strategic orientation is based on the optimization of the state apparatus. Since his inauguration, Asfura proposed an administrative restructuring aimed at reducing duplication of functionsmerge institutions and rationalize spending. The objective, according to the Presidency, is to free up resources to invest in social projects and infrastructure, while increasing efficiency in public services.
The institutional strengthening was evident in the appointment of figures with more technical profiles than political ones, as has been customary. Among the appointments, Roberto Lagos assumed the presidency of Central Bank of Honduraswhich was interpreted as a commitment by the government to experience in monetary policy and macroeconomic analysis. In interviews with national media, Lagos stated: “There will be no abrupt jumps in the exchange rate,” reaffirming the commitment to fiscal stability.
The selection of these profiles also reached other strategic areas. In this first month, New authorities were sworn in at the National Banking and Insurance Commission, the National Agricultural Development Bank and entities linked to infrastructure and risk management. Presidential House explained that the priority is to have experienced officials in public administration, finance and technical management, although relevant political figures were also incorporated.
This balance between technical and political professionals generated high expectations in different sectors, which considered that the president seeks to maximize administrative efficiency and maintain the legislative support necessary to advance reforms. The combination appears as a way to ensure governability and, at the same time, guarantee concrete results.
In the area of social security, an intervening commission was created in the National Institute of Teachers’ Security. Government House specified that the objective is to review the financial situation, guarantee the stability of funds and increase transparency in management, an initiative that generated both support and requests for greater clarity regarding the scope of the intervention.
The president announced the imminent sending to Congress of a Anti-Bribery Law, legal framework with which he aims to strengthen transparency and the fight against corruption, constant axes in his speech to public opinion.
At the international level, Asfura held meetings with representatives of the International Monetary Fund to strengthen cooperation programs and ensure the country’s macroeconomic stability. Official reports indicated that the commitment to public investment, fiscal order and job creation will be central to the medium-term strategy.
The administration has ratified the commitment to the development of northern Honduras, a strategic area in economic terms. Coordinated actions were announced between different government entities to promote infrastructure, health, tourism and employment generation projectswhich is interpreted as progress towards the decentralization of state policies.
To strengthen local development, the government announced the creation of the Presidential Program for Strengthening and Decentralizationwhich will work with the 298 municipalities to comply with the Decentralization Law. Likewise, rehabilitation will be prioritized of the Port of Enecán, in the south of the country, and the creation of an anti-corruption system for public servants.
The Executive stressed that the measures taken seek to stop the unsustainable spending on payrolls, which grew drastically in the previous administration. The projected savings will be redirected exclusively to national priorities: health, education and security, ensuring that each lempira is invested with social efficiency.
