Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Honduran President Xiomara Castro addressed the nation on December 24th following the National Electoral Council’s (CNE) declaration of Nasry “Tito” Asfura, of the National Party, as the winner of the 2025 general elections. Her message focused on an assessment of her administration and a call for national unity.
Delivering her remarks during the Christmas celebrations, Castro began with a message of hope and reconciliation. “Querido pueblo, in this special date of Christmas and of profound Christian faith, I embrace you with love and with words full of a spirit of unity and hope, which always characterizes us as a noble and brave people,” she stated.
Castro acknowledged the difficulties faced during her time in office, stating she assumed power amidst an economic crisis, extreme poverty, and criminal activity. “The path of my government in these three years and eleven months has not been easy, with the country in economic calamity and extreme poverty, paying, as a result of corruption, the highest debt in our history,” she said.
The President asserted her administration made significant progress in security and combating drug trafficking, citing recognition from international organizations. “Today my government is recognized worldwide and has the best ratings and indicators in the fight against drug trafficking, reduction of homicides, security, reduction of poverty, social and productive development,” she assured, referencing the International Monetary Fund, CEPAL, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation of the United States.
Assessment of Castro’s Term
During her address, Castro detailed works and programs carried out during her mandate, including the reconstruction of educational centers, hospital projects, and road infrastructure. She stated, “We leave a country better than we found it. Five thousand schools rebuilt, seven hospitals in advanced construction and two in tender, more than two thousand kilometers of roads repaired.”
She also highlighted social and economic programs, such as subsidies, reduced electricity rates, and support for national production. “One million people out of extreme poverty, free tuition, school snacks, salary improvements for teachers, doctors and the working class,” she affirmed.
Castro also emphasized the strengthening of public finances and state-owned enterprises, stating, “The Single Treasury Fund is rebuilt, a mechanism of sound and efficient finances.”
Transition and End of Mandate
The President confirmed she will remain in office until January 27, 2026, as established by the Constitution. “I will be in this position of President of the Republic, as mandated by the Constitution, until January 27, 2026. Not a day more, not a day less,” she affirmed.
In closing, Castro expressed gratitude for the support received during her term and reaffirmed her commitment to the country. “I deeply thank the Honduran people who favored me with their vote and their support, and for the honor of having served my country with dignity. I have fulfilled my duty and my commitment,” she said.
Castro concluded her message with a Christmas greeting and a symbolic declaration regarding the end of her administration: “I wish you a Merry Christmas, filled with blessings, Christian love and hope. Let’s move forward. We hold our heads high. Mission accomplished.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Xiomara Castro leave office?
President Castro confirmed she will remain in office until January 27, 2026, as stipulated by the Honduran Constitution.
Who has been declared the winner of the 2025 Honduran general elections?
Nasry “Tito” Asfura, of the National Party, has been declared the winner of the 2025 Honduran general elections by the National Electoral Council (CNE).
What did President Castro say about her administration’s accomplishments?
President Castro stated her administration achieved progress in areas such as security, combating drug trafficking, reducing poverty, and improving social and productive development, citing recognition from international organizations like the International Monetary Fund and the Millennium Challenge Corporation.
As Nasry Asfura prepares to take office, what impact will Castro’s assessment of her term have on the incoming administration’s priorities?
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