Nicaragua Shuts Down Key Trade and Religious Organizations

Government closes over 5,000 NGOs since 2018, citing financial non-compliance and foreign interference.

The latest closures include the American Chamber of Commerce and European trade organizations.
President Ortega's administration has targeted NGOs since the 2018 protests.
Economists warn the move could harm trade, investment, and job creation.
Many closed organizations provided essential services to Nicaraguans.
Critics argue that the closures create an atmosphere of uncertainty and fear.