Political and Government News
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly Ends Abstentions: Deputies Must Now Vote Yes or No
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — In a move aimed at increasing transparency and legal clarity, El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has eliminated the option for lawmakers to abstain from voting during plenary sessions. Lawmakers on Thursday approved an amendment to Article … Read more
Legislative Assembly Approves $113.9M Loan for Surf City Infrastructure Development
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador – March 25, 2025 — In a move set to propel the country’s coastal tourism and infrastructure growth, the Salvadoran Legislative Assembly today ratified a loan agreement with the Central American Integration Bank (CABEI) for $113.9 … Read more
President Bukele Warns Municipality Mayors: Roll Back Tax and Permit Hikes or Face Extortion Charges
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — President Nayib Bukele issued a stern ultimatum to all 44 municipal governments across El Salvador, demanding they immediately reverse what he described as illegal and abusive increases in local taxes or permit fees or face … Read more
President Bukele Reverses Decision to Close Chivo Pets Hospital, Announces Increased Budget
San Salvador, El Salvador – March 9, 2025 — In a swift policy reversal, Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele announced on Sunday that the Chivo Pets veterinary hospital will remain open, just one day after he declared its closure. The president … Read more
Bukele Orders Closure of Chivo Pets Hospital, IBA, and Polipet Following Animal Abuse Allegations
San Salvador, El Salvador – March 8, 2025 — President Nayib Bukele announced on Saturday the immediate closure of Chivo Pets, the Animal Welfare Institute (IBA), and Polipet, following public outrage over alleged animal abuse at a shelter in Ilopango, … Read more
President Bukele Stands Firm: Vows to Keep Buying Bitcoin for El Salvador
Today, Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele reaffirmed that the country will continue purchasing Bitcoins, dismissing concerns that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) might impose restrictions as part of a proposed $1.4 billion financing program. President Bukele made it clear that Bitcoin … Read more
Ernesto Muyshondt Sentenced to Four Years for Neglecting Duties as San Salvador Mayor
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — Former San Salvador mayor Ernesto “Neto” Muyshondt was sentenced to four years in prison on Friday, February 28, for dereliction of duty tied to his 2018–2021 term at the head of the capital city. The … Read more