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Explore San Sebastian El Salvador: Colorful Town of Crafts, Culture, and Colonial Charm
San Sebastian, El Salvador, is a small town well-known for producing colorful looms, hammocks, quilts, textiles, blankets, and other handwoven creations. These colorful crafts, known for their unique patterns and striking colorings, are made by local artisans who have learned … Read more
El Salvador Launches Holy Week Security Plan This Friday
SAN SALVADOR — The government will officially launch its national Holy Week security plan on Friday, aiming to prevent accidents and protect the public during one of the country’s most traveled holiday periods, officials announced this week. Luis Amaya, director … Read more
Exploring Suchitoto El Salvador: Embrace the Extraordinary Charm of this Colonial Town
Suchitoto El Salvador is a laid-back historic colonial town with fabulous cobblestone streets, gorgeous colonial houses, an iconic church, rich cultural traditions, and magnificent panoramic views of Lake Suchitlan. Today, this colorful colonial town thrives as a cultural hub in … Read more
President Bukele Inaugurates Phase 2 of Surf City, Expanding Tourism in Eastern El Salvador
JUCUARAN, El Salvador — President Nayib Bukele inaugurated Phase 2 of the Surf City project, marking a significant step in the development of El Salvador’s eastern region. Surf City phase two will help increasing El Salvador Tourism. The initiative, which … Read more
Costa Rica Cracks Down on Money Laundering Amid Rising Drug Violence
A recent multi-million-dollar money laundering investigation in Costa Rica illustrates how the government is tackling the country’s growing drug-related violence by going after the profits. Authorities indicted 25 individuals on February 28 in the so-called “Fénix” case, accusing them of … Read more
Trump Announces New Tariffs, Including 10% on Salvadoran Imports
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on imports from various countries Wednesday, including a 10% tariff on goods from El Salvador. The announcement, made during a White House ceremony Trump called “Liberation Day,” is expected … Read more
Central Reserve Bank: El Salvador’s Foreign Direct Investment Declines by 10.9% in 2024
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador – Net foreign direct investment in El Salvador fell by 10.96% in 2024, totaling $639.63 million, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported. Net foreign investment declined by $78.7 million compared to 2023, signaling shifting economic trends … Read more