Honduras is a country in Central America. Honduras became an independent nation in 1821, severing ties with Spain, however,  it has been one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere and has gone through many periods of political instability since.

The country is known for rich natural resources including coffee, sugar cane, minerals, and tropical fruit. It also has an expanding textile industry which helps with economic development in the country. The country is a biodiversity hotspot given the incredible variety of plant and animal wildlife. Over 6000 species of vascular plants, and over 250 species of reptiles, 110 species of mammals, and 700 bird species are found in Honduras. The La Mosquitia lies in the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Honduras is categorized as a low-middle income nation. In 2016, more than 66% of the population was living below the poverty line and unemployment rates reached nearly 28%. Honduras has seen less economic development than any Central American country in recent years.

The government of Honduras was laid out in a Constitution ratified in 1981.  This constitution calls for a strong executive, and the President of Honduras is both head of state and head of the government.  The legislative power in Honduras is through the National Congress of Honduras.  The court system in Honduras consists of four layers of courts:

• Supreme Court of justice
• Courts of appeals
• Courts of First instance or  (Juzgados de Letras)
• Justices of the peace. 

The National Law Review covers the latest immigration news, visa and travel bans, legislative, and international relations news, about the country of Honduras. Immigration news, including updates on the Temporary Protected Stay from USCIS, visa applications,  and foreign affairs, political instability, and economic concerns are among the topics covered by the National Law Review, as it relates to Honduras, and its relations throughout Central America.