Juan Alberto González Jacobo

Juan Alberto González Jacobo is an economist and expert in territorial issues, known for his analysis of migration and remittance trends in Central America. In recent news, he discussed the impact of U.S. immigration policies on Guatemalan migrants, highlighting how the current environment of fear and instability is driving an increase in remittances as families prepare for potential deportations. He emphasizes the need for Guatemala to develop policies that channel remittances into productive investments, such as infrastructure projects, to mitigate the anticipated decline in remittance growth by 2026.