Current Events
UFG Survey: Despite Economic Struggles, Most Salvadorans Support the Country’s Current Direction
The “Rumbo País 2024” survey released today by Disruptiva of the Francisco Gavidia University (UFG) shows that Salvadorans remain confident in the country’s direction despite economic challenges. When asked, “How do you see the future of the country?“ 58.2% responded … Read more
DEA Under Fire for Delaying Reports on Foreign Partners’ Security Abuses
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the main agency investigating organized crime and drug trafficking for the United States government in the region, repeatedly delayed reporting human rights violations by the Latin American security forces it was partnering with, adding to a series of scandals at the world’s most influential anti-drug agency. The newest findings came from an … Read more
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Adopts Lighter Tone Towards El Salvador and Its Bitcoin Law
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) stated that if El Salvador does not repeal the Bitcoin law, which makes it legal tender in the country, it should at least reduce it as a condition for reaching an agreement to receive around … Read more
What Is Know About Tren de Aragua’s Growing Presence in the United States?
Tren de Aragua’s supposed expansion into the United States has received national media coverage and attention from the country’s most prominent politicians, fueling questions about the extent of the group’s presence and activities. The criminal group took advantage of the large-scale migration of Venezuelans across South America to evolve from a prison gang into a … Read more
El Salvador Tops Security Perceptions While Chile and Ecuador See Declines
Latin America and the Caribbean continue to be the region with the worst citizen perception of security according to an annual report, although the region has improved over the past three years. The Gallup Global Safety Report 2024 administers and analyzes a poll evaluating citizens’ experiences of violent crime (robberies, assaults, muggings), their perception of … Read more
A Traveler’s Guide to Central America: Top Destinations You Can’t Miss
Central America literally reeks of incredibly varied cultures, landscapes, and vibrant experiences only waiting for one to get out and see. Whether it is the call of adventure or the need for rest, there is something special in store for … Read more
President Nayib Bukele Meets With Elon Musk, Owner of X, Tesla, and SpaceX
Yesterday, Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele met with tech mogul Elon Musk, owner of the social network X, electric car maker TESLA, and other companies like SpaceX. President Bukele announced his meeting with Musk on the social network X, describing Musk … Read more