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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 million.
The loan was approved in today’s 49th plenary session. Fifty-eight legislators voted in favor of the loan, which is earmarked to improve road infrastructure and wastewater treatment systems in key tourist areas of the Sonsonate and La Libertad departments.
These changes are expected to help build a strong base for growing tourism and boosting the local economy in these areas.
A vital infrastructure that this loan will impact is the road expansion from El Obispo Beach to El Zonte Beach, facilitating better access for tourists and locals.
The government has long emphasized the importance of upgrading infrastructure to support its growing tourism sector, with Surf City serving as a cornerstone of these efforts.
We are in the second round of a loan to finance this phase of the Surf City program, which includes an overpass and direct benefits for the population. In addition, the economy will be mobilized, and logistics resources for merchants will be reduced. Sonsonate Deputy Mauricio Ortiz.
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The project, part of a broader strategy to enhance the country’s economic potential, aims to improve the tourism experience while fostering greater economic opportunities in the surrounding areas.
“We are laying the groundwork for future prosperity,” said a Ministry of Public Works (MOP) representative. “This loan will not only strengthen the country’s infrastructure but also position El Salvador as a leader in sustainable tourism in Central America.”
Completing these projects is expected to bring long-term benefits, improving the quality of life for residents and expanding economic opportunities in the coastal regions.
The government hopes to keep Surf City attracting international visitors by investing in infrastructure and wastewater management, helping create a more dynamic and resilient national economy.
