El Salvador INFO
DEA Under Fire for Delaying Reports on Foreign Partners’ Security Abuses
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the main agency investigating organized crime and drug trafficking for the United States government in the region, repeatedly delayed reporting human rights violations by the Latin American security forces it was partnering with, adding to a series of scandals at the world’s most influential anti-drug agency. The newest findings came from an … Read more
El Salvador Makes History: Joining the Ranks of the World’s Safest Nations
El Salvador has made history by joining the ranks of the world’s safest nations for the first time. This remarkable achievement reflects the country’s progress in enhancing security and showcases a dedicated effort to reduce crime and protect its citizens. … Read more
Discovering Playa El Espino in El Salvador: El Espino Beach Should Be Your Next Tropical Getaway!
Playa El Espino in El Salvador is a beautiful beach with smooth white sand, a lengthy shoreline, clear blue waters, and a tranquil atmosphere; it is located in Jucuaran in the department of Usulutan, about 122 kilometers from the International … Read more
Honduras Crime Profile: Examining Criminal Groups, Security Forces, the Judicial System, and Prisons
Due to its geographic location, Honduras is one of the most important drug trafficking transshipment points between South America and Mexico. With every branch of government and its armed forces plagued by corruption, the Central American nation has long played a vital role as a transit point in which criminal groups enjoy official protection … Read more
Struggling to Survive in El Salvador: In 16 of 44 Municipalities, People Live on Less Than $200 a Month
Struggling to survive financially in El Salvador is a constant concern for many Salvadorans. In some municipalities, residents live on less than $200 a month, making it difficult to afford necessities like food, housing, higher education, and healthcare. A report … Read more
Over 30% Monetary Poverty in 17 of 44 New Salvadoran Municipalities
A socioeconomic report created by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reveals that 17 out of the 44 new Salvadoran municipalities have a monetary poverty rate exceeding 30%. The UNDP report, titled Socioeconomic Map: Guide for the new 44 municipalities … Read more
Colombia Crime Profile: Exploring Criminal Networks, Security Forces, and the Justice System
For decades, Colombia has been the world’s leading cocaine producer. Numerous Colombian criminal groups have entered the drug trade through alliances with mafias worldwide. Colombian organized crime is deeply fragmented. The demobilization of paramilitary organizations in the early 2000s and the signing of a peace agreement with one of the country’s most … Read more