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El Salvador State of Exception Extended for the 56th Consecutive Time
El Salvador State of Exception Extended for the 56th Consecutive Time after lawmakers approved another 30-day renewal, keeping the government’s controversial anti-gang security measures in place through November 26, 2026. The Legislative Assembly approved the latest extension on October 21 … Read more
Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: The President Achieves a 92% 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 remains strong in 2026, driven by his distinctive leadership style, emphasis … Read more
ECLAC Raises El Salvador’s 2026 Economic Growth Forecast to 4.5%
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has raised its economic growth forecast for El Salvador in 2026 to 4.5%, reflecting a more favorable outlook for the country’s economy. ECLAC raised its growth forecast for El Salvador … Read more
Alfredo Cristiani: Former Salvadoran President Political Achievements and Controversial Legacy
Alfredo Cristiani served as president of El Salvador from 1989 to 1994, leading the country through the final years of its civil war and the beginning of a difficult transition toward peace. As a member of the conservative Nationalist Republican … Read more
Natural Parks in El Salvador: Discover Volcanoes, Forests, and Beautiful Landscapes
Natural Parks in El Salvador offer visitors an opportunity to explore volcanic landscapes, tropical forests, peaceful lakes, and mountain ecosystems within one of Central America’s smallest countries. Despite its size, El Salvador has an impressive variety of natural attractions. From … Read more
Inflation Rate in El Salvador Increases to 3.60% in September 2026, Latest Data Shows
The inflation rate in El Salvador increased to 3.60% in September 2026, marking the highest level this year and the highest in three years, according to data from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR). The rate represented an increase of 0.41 … Read more
Over 1,900 Intoxicated Drivers Arrested in El Salvador in 2026: Road Safety Enforcement Increases
Over 1,900 Intoxicated drivers have been arrested in El Salvador thus far in 2026, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year, according to the latest official data released. As of October 14, the National Civil Police … Read more