Economic News

Over 30% Monetary Poverty in 17 of 44 New Salvadoran Municipalities
A socioeconomic report created by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reveals that 17 out of the 44 new Salvadoran municipalities have a monetary poverty rate exceeding 30%. The UNDP report, titled Socioeconomic Map: Guide for the new 44 municipalities … Read more

Salvadoran Government Modernizes Its Financial Check System
Douglas Rodríguez, President of the Salvadoran Central Reserve Bank (BCR), announced on Monday, August 19, a new bank service of same-day check clearing service of funds issued through checks within the national financial system. Rodriguez stated at the press conference … Read more

Salvadoran Congress approves agreement between Google and El Salvador
With 65 votes, the Salvadoran Congress approved an agreement between Google and El Salvador to establish operations in the country, which will help digital transformation and modernize government services. The approving vote transpired at the September 6 legislative plenary session. … Read more