Proposal of a Comprehensive Restructuring Plan for Sustainable Development in Honduras. Focus on Political and Economic Aspects

Abstract

This dissertation explores the structural challenges Honduras is facing, a nation rich in cultural heritage and natural resources, yet hindered by persistent poverty, political instability, and economic vulnerability. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods – including a PESTLE analysis, macroeconomic indicator reviews, and interviews – this study evaluates the historical development of the reasons behind identifies the primary obstacles to sustainable development: high crime rates, escalating national debt, and widespread extreme poverty. A comparative case study approach was employed, analysing countries that have successfully navigated similar challenges (Colombia, El Salvador, and Rwanda), to extract relevant lessons and adaptable strategies. The findings highlight the critical importance of comprehensive reforms across governance, fiscal policy, and social systems. Based on these insights, the dissertation proposes a restructuring plan presented in a series of targeted recommendations to foster economic diversification, institutional strengthening, and social inclusion, with the aim of enabling Honduras to pursue a more sustainable and inclusive development path that will hopefully aid the government to handle the situation in the best way possible. This dissertation has a personal meaning to me, as I have been lucky enough to live like locals do for a whole summer, I have talked, cohabited, laughed and share lots of memorable times with them; they are my friends, and they need our help.