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El Salvador State of Exception: A Security Measure Implemented to Fight Gangs
El Salvador State of Exception is a harsh security measure that suspends certain constitutional rights to combat gang violence. It grants authorities expanded powers for arrests and prolonged detentions without immediate judicial oversight. The measure began in late March 2022 … Read more
How Trump’s Anti-Money Laundering Rollback Could Help LatAm Criminals
Experts say that the administration of President Donald Trump may be making it easier for criminals to get away with money laundering and bribery by abandoning the enforcement of laws that crack down on shell companies and corporate graft. The Trump administration has said it will largely stop enforcing two key laws in the United … 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
Cardedeu Hotel Centro Histórico: Luxury Hotel Opens in San Salvador’s Historic Center
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — A new luxury hotel has opened in the heart of El Salvador’s capital, offering high-end accommodations and a unique historical experience. The Cardedeu Hotel Centro Histórico, an investment of approximately $6 million, officially opened its … Read more
Surf’s Up! The Best Surf Beaches in El Salvador for Every Skill Level
The Best Surf Beaches in El Salvador offer perfect waves and tropical beauty. From Punta Roca’s powerful point break to La Paz’s softer rides, there’s a wave for every surfer on this diverse coastline. The Best Surf Spots in El … Read more
Has Trinidad & Tobago Accepted Environmental Decline? Exploring the Island’s Ecological Challenges
One day, I was walking along the litter-strewn streets of Couva in central Trinidad and thought to myself how desensitized we have grown to garbage. These were the same streets that I grew up on; I found it alarming how accustomed we’ve become to the sight of garbage that we hardly notice anymore. One can argue that … Read more
U.S. to Raise Tariffs on Countries Buying Venezuelan Oil: Do These New Tariffs Impact El Salvador?
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump announced Monday, March 24, that the United States will impose a 25% tariff on countries purchasing Venezuelan oil or gas—escalating tensions in international trade. In a post on the social media platform Truth Social, Trump … Read more