Political and Government News
Tax Relief in El Salvador: Legislative Assembly Greenlights Amnesty for Overdue Tax Payments
The Salvadoran Legislative Assembly passed a special transitional law enabling citizens to voluntarily settle their tax, customs, and traffic debts. The law was approved during the September 3 plenary session, with 57 legislators voting in favor of the bill. This … Read more
The Ahuachapan Center Municipality Will Be the Capital of El Salvador for One Day
On September 7, 2024, the municipality of Ahuachapan Center will be the capital of the Republic of El Salvador for one day. This symbolic designation honors the municipality’s celebration of the Day of the Lanterns (Día de los Farolitos). El … Read more
Nuestro Tiempo and Cambio Democratico Political Parties to Face Cancelation Proceedings
It has been approximately a month since the conclusion of the 2024 elections. The political parties that secured seats in the legislative assembly appear to be gearing up for the upcoming governing term. On the other hand, the political parties, … Read more
San Salvador Center City Hall to Impose Fines for Immoral Acts in Public Spaces.
Mario Duran, the mayor of the municipality of San Salvador Center, ordered last night the Corps of Metropolitan Agents (CAM) to impose the corresponding sanctions on those who commit immoral acts in public Spaces. Duran’s announcement came after complaints through … Read more
Insights Into the 2024 Salvadoran Elections Results: Democracy in Action!
The 2024 Salvadoran Elections marked a pivotal moment in the country’s political landscape. It was the first time an incumbent president ran for re-election in over 50 years and won with 84.65% of the votes. The elections saw Nayib Bukele’s … Read more
El Salvador to Provide Information About Bitcoin in Salvadoran Public Schools
The Salvadoran Ministry of Education will provide grade school students in public schools with educational material about Bitcoin, which is legal tender in the country, along with the US dollar. “This great opportunity will let me share Bitcoin knowledge in … Read more
Women in Government in El Salvador to Have Low Representation During the 2024-2027 Governmental Period
In El Salvador, women have faced notable underrepresentation in government roles, highlighting an enduring disparity in political leadership. This imbalance underscores persistent barriers to female participation in shaping the country’s governance and policies. Despite strides toward gender equality, the limited … Read more