Politics and Government
Iudop-UCA Survey: Security Tops List of El Salvador’s Strengths; the Economy Remains Biggest Issue
According to a public opinion survey by the University Institute of Public Opinion (IUDOP) at José Simeón Cañas Central American University, most Salvadorans continue to identify public security as El Salvador’s greatest strength while viewing economic conditions as the country’s … Read more
Salvadorans Abroad Have Until November 29, 2027 to Update DUI for Upcoming Elections
Salvadorans residing outside the country have until November 29, 2026, to update the address on their Unique Identity Document, or DUI, to remain eligible for online voting in El Salvador’s 2027 elections, scheduled for February 28. The Supreme Electoral Tribunal, … Read more
Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: The President Achieves an 87.8% 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
El Salvador State of Exception Security Measure Extended for the 52nd Consecutive Time
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly approved the 52nd consecutive extension of the state of Exception, prolonging the extraordinary measure that has restricted key constitutional rights since March 2022. The motion passed with 57 votes from deputies of the Nuevas Ideas Party … Read more
El Salvador Extends DUI Address Change Deadline Ahead of 2027 Elections
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has extended the deadline for citizens to update their addresses on the National Identity Document (DUI) ahead of the February 28, 2027, general elections, granting additional time for residents nationwide and abroad. Lawmakers passed the measure … Read more
TSE reminds Salvadorans to update DUI residence before Feb. 27 deadline
February 27 is the deadline for citizens to update their residential address on their national identity document (DUI), a key requirement to vote near their homes in the February 28, 2027, general elections. Officials said Salvadorans who moved need to … Read more
Why Was Norman Quijano Sentenced to 13 Years and Four Months in Jail?
Norman Quijano, a high-ranking politician from the ARENA political party, was deported from the United States to El Salvador yesterday. Salvadoran authorities detained him and informed him of his conviction. Former San Salvador Mayor Norman Quijano was sentenced to 13 … Read more