Forced-Labor Tariffs Watch: The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed new Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labor import rules, with rates of 10% to 12.5% across 60 economies and a public comment window running through early July—an issue that could quickly reshape sourcing costs for regional exporters, including Honduras-linked supply chains. Garment Export Pressure: Bangladesh’s readymade garment exports to the U.S. fell 11.24% in the first four months of 2026, a reminder that U.S. demand swings can hit apparel producers hard and may shift competitive pressure across Central America. Honduras Business & Trade: Lasco Group says it plans to significantly expand exports beyond its current 4% of production, targeting the Caribbean, the U.S., Canada, and parts of Central America including Honduras. Climate & Migration Strain: A report highlights how U.S. immigration restrictions are tightening for people from climate-vulnerable countries—Honduras is cited among the most exposed—raising risks for labor mobility and remittance-dependent households. Local Industry Risk Signals: New World screwworm outbreaks in the U.S. are triggering quarantines and could drive higher livestock costs; for Honduras, that’s a downstream warning for regional animal-health planning and trade readiness. Roatán Geopolitics & Labor: Coverage of Roatán’s Próspera ZEDE describes a privatized “micro-state” model with minimal taxes and limited labor rights, raising questions for Honduras’ regulatory control and long-term investment rules.