Honduras Liberal Party Holds Firm on Electricity Reforms, Rejects Privatization

Reforms to Honduras's electricity sector remain stalled in the National Congress as the Liberal Party maintains its opposition, citing unresolved concerns. Legislator Alberto Emilio Cruz stated that his party's position is firm: they support modernizing the electricity system but will not endorse any measures that could lead to the privatization of the state-owned National Electric Energy Company (ENEE).

"We are missing observations that the Liberal Party made through its bloc. We start from an non-negotiable premise: modernization yes, privatization no. For now, we do not support the decree, taking into account that state assets, in this case ENEE, cannot be alienated in any way," Cruz explained. The Liberal Party is seeking further dialogue with other political forces to ensure their proposals are integrated into the draft law.

The bill has advanced to its second debate, but discussions have been suspended due to a lack of agreement among the various political factions. The ruling party has struggled to consolidate the required 65 votes for approval. Initially, the National Party expressed confidence in securing sufficient support, but negotiations weakened during the legislative recess. The debate is now scheduled to resume in late July when the National Congress reconvenes for its ordinary sessions.

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Modernization yes, privatization no. For now, we do not support the decree, taking into account that state assets, in this case of the ENEE, cannot be alienated in any way.