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Sun, Surf, and Scenery: Top Spots to Visit in El Salvador
You might think El Salvador is the least impressive of the Central American nations, but it is full of beauty and exciting opportunities. Curious people will enjoy this place for its black-sand shores, stunning forests, well-preserved Mayan sites, and colorful … Read more
Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: The President Achieves a 85.2% Approval in the Latest Survey
Since taking office in 2019, President Nayib Bukele has maintained an approval rating above 75%, the highest sustained by any Salvadoran president during their Presidential term. Nayib Bukele’s popularity continues in 2025. His unique leadership style, focus on enhancing security, … Read more
Minimum Wage in El Salvador: Understanding the Economic Realities of Salvadorans
The minimum wage in El Salvador is a contentious issue, as it significantly affects the livelihoods and economic stability of most Salvadorans. Fair wages are crucial for reducing poverty and enhancing quality of life. However, in El Salvador, the minimum … Read more
The nostalgia of migration amid a life stolen in pieces
When I was little, I never dreamed of traveling to big, faraway cities. Even when relatives told me what life was like in other countries, I was perfectly happy just escaping the stifling heat of the capital to spend an … Read more
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly Approves Foreign Agents Law, Imposes 30% Tax on NGO Donations
The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador has approved a controversial Foreign Agents Law that imposes a 30% tax on foreign donations to non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and gives them 90 days to register with the government. The law, which was passed … Read more
InSightCrime: El Salvador’s Anti-Gang Crackdown Now Has Political Opponents in Its Crosshairs
Authorities in El Salvador have arrested a prominent human rights defender amid growing concerns over the government’s repressive anti-crime tactics, suggesting policies once used to attack organized crime are being repurposed to target political opponents. On May 18, El Salvador’s … Read more
President Bukele Faces Backlash Over Foreign Agents Law Proposal from NGOs and Opposition
Local and international NGOs swiftly condemned President Bukele’s proposed Foreign Agents Law, warning it could suppress dissent and restrict civil society. Many posted statements on social media calling the measure authoritarian. Human rights organizations outside El Salvador echoed domestic concerns, … Read more
El Salvador Tourism: A Journey Through Pristine Beaches, Colorful Towns, and Enchanting Parks
Located in the heart of Central America on the Pacific Coast, El Salvador attracts travelers with its diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, pristine beaches, and warm hospitality. Despite its small size, the country has excellent beaches along the Pacific coast, such … Read more
World Bank: Crime Limits Central America’s Economic Growth—a Vicious Cycle
In Central America, crime not only takes lives—it suffocates economies. Violent and corrupt forces relentlessly drag back a region rich in culture and potential. The World Bank’s latest Latin America and Caribbean Economic Review (LACER) delivers a sobering reminder: organized … Read more
