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5 Years Post-Pandemic: How Organized Crime Has Evolved in Latin America and the Caribbean
Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, organized crime in Latin America and the Caribbean has adopted new strategies and strengthened control over territories and illicit economies. Drug trafficking supply chains have shifted, criminal syndicates have capitalized on the lack … Read more
El Salvador Launches Holy Week Security Plan This Friday
SAN SALVADOR — The government will officially launch its national Holy Week security plan on Friday, aiming to prevent accidents and protect the public during one of the country’s most traveled holiday periods, officials announced this week. Luis Amaya, director … Read more
President Bukele Inaugurates Phase 2 of Surf City, Expanding Tourism in Eastern El Salvador
JUCUARAN, El Salvador — President Nayib Bukele inaugurated Phase 2 of the Surf City project, marking a significant step in the development of El Salvador’s eastern region. Surf City phase two will help increasing El Salvador Tourism. The initiative, which … Read more
Costa Rica Cracks Down on Money Laundering Amid Rising Drug Violence
A recent multi-million-dollar money laundering investigation in Costa Rica illustrates how the government is tackling the country’s growing drug-related violence by going after the profits. Authorities indicted 25 individuals on February 28 in the so-called “Fénix” case, accusing them of … Read more
Trump Announces New Tariffs, Including 10% on Salvadoran Imports
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on imports from various countries Wednesday, including a 10% tariff on goods from El Salvador. The announcement, made during a White House ceremony Trump called “Liberation Day,” is expected … Read more
Study English in Orlando: A Unique Experience Awaits
Orlando, Florida, offers an exciting opportunity for those looking to improve their English skills. Renowned for its iconic theme parks and dynamic cultural scene, this city creates the perfect setting for international students to enhance their language abilities while enjoying … Read more
April 2024 News: Living, Tourism, Culture, and Global Affairs Shaping the Nation
April 2024 news in El Salvador centers on cost-of-living debates, government policy shifts, and daily realities shaping how Salvadorans adapt to economic pressures, wages, and housing demands. ▼ latest News ▼ Nuestro Tiempo and Cambio Democratico Political Parties to Face … Read more