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U.S. Eliminates 10% Tariff on Salvadoran Exports, Launching Negotiations for a New Trade Framework
The United States agreed on Thursday to eliminate a 10% tariff imposed on key exports from El Salvador and establish a reciprocal trade framework that will expand economic cooperation between the two countries. U.S. officials confirmed that the tariff removal … Read more

National Geographic Highlights Five Outdoor Hotspots Reinforcing El Salvador’s Rising Adventure Profile
El Salvador is shedding old perceptions. National Geographic highlights five places to enjoy the outdoors in El Salvador, where it finds raw landscapes, demanding trails, and coastlines shaped more by nature’s grit than by tourism’s polish. The magazine’s editors value … Read more

ARENA Confirms Participation in El Salvador’s 2027 Elections to Restore Political Balance
LA LIBERTAD, El Salvador — The Nationalist Republican Alliance (ARENA) has confirmed its participation in El Salvador’s 2027 general elections, pledging to restore what it calls a “balance of power” amid the dominance of the ruling Nuevas Ideas political party. … Read more

Las Pilas and La Olomina Waterfalls: The Ultimate Eco-Tourism Destination in Arambala Morazán
Las Pilas and La Olomina waterfalls are located deep in the mountains of Morazán. Here, the raw power of nature meets tranquility, offering visitors an unforgettable escape from the chaos of modern life. The waterfalls form part of the Sapo … Read more

Tourism Ministry Expands 2026 Budget by $17 Million to Strengthen El Salvador’s Tourism Growth
El Salvador’s tourism sector is poised for robust expansion. With more travelers choosing the country’s beaches, volcanoes, and colonial towns, the government is responding by significantly increasing investment for 2026. The Ministry of Tourism has increased its budget by $17 … Read more

Travel Without a Passport: The Three Countries Salvadorans Can Visit Using Only Their DUI
For Salvadorans eager to explore Central America, three nearby countries open their doors without requiring a passport. A simple National Identity Document, or DUI, is enough to board a plane and cross the borders. Since 2006, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, … Read more

Analyzing Poverty in El Salvador: An Insight Into El Salvador’s Poverty Rate!
Poverty remains one of the most defining issues shaping daily life in El Salvador. Understanding how many people live in poverty, why it persists, and what policies exist helps explain the broader realities of living in El Salvador. Because of … Read more