Community, Development, Nation, World

Sustainable Growth for Rural Communities: ‘Hands that Feed’ Agreement Signed in El Salvador.

The Spanish Cooperation, in conjunction with the Assembly for Cooperation for Peace, has announced the signing of the ‘Hands that Feed’ agreement. The aim of this agreement is to promote sustainable and inclusive development in rural communities, with a particular emphasis on the fishing communities of nine municipalities, thereby enhancing their contribution to El Salvador’s food and nutritional security. Seguir leyendo Sustainable Growth for Rural Communities: ‘Hands that Feed’ Agreement Signed in El Salvador.

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Business, Community, Economy, Migration, Nation, World

Salvadoran Labor Migration Program Sends Seventh Contingent to Canada.

In a significant development, a new contingent of Salvadoran workers who have been selected under the Labor Migration Program of the Ministry of Labor is set to travel to Canada today. These individuals will have the opportunity to integrate into various employment sectors legally and securely. Seguir leyendo Salvadoran Labor Migration Program Sends Seventh Contingent to Canada.

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Justice, Nation, Security

Former Gang Vehicles Repurposed to Strengthen Police Force’s Fight Against Crime

In a significant achievement for the authorities, over 360 vehicles previously utilized by gang members to carry out crimes such as homicides and extortion have now been integrated into the ranks of the National Civil Police. This successful conversion of assets marks a major step in combating these criminal organizations. Seguir leyendo Former Gang Vehicles Repurposed to Strengthen Police Force’s Fight Against Crime

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Business, Development, Economy, Nation, USA

El Salvador’s Market Maturity and Legal Security Lured GC Services BPO for Expansion.

GC Services, a US Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company specializing in customer service and user experience, has announced its investment in El Salvador, citing the country’s mature BPO industry, improved legal security, and reduced crime rates as key factors. Seguir leyendo El Salvador’s Market Maturity and Legal Security Lured GC Services BPO for Expansion.

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Bitcoin, Business, Development, Energy, Nation, World

El Salvador Sets the Stage for a $1 Billion Bitcoin Mining Project with Volcano Energy.

A group of Bitcoin entrepreneurs announced the establishment of Volcano Energy, a private Bitcoin mining project fueled by a renewable energy generation park. The park, located in the El Shiste hamlet in the municipality of Metapán, Santa Ana, will have a total capacity of 241 megawatts (MW), comprising a combination of solar and wind energy. The project’s total investment commitment amounts to $1 billion, with an initial capital injection of $250 million. Seguir leyendo El Salvador Sets the Stage for a $1 Billion Bitcoin Mining Project with Volcano Energy.

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Community, Economy, Nation, Politics

Reduction of Municipalities and Deputies in El Salvador to Generate $250 Million in Savings.

The bills, which seek to reorganize El Salvador’s political-administrative division from 262 municipalities to 44 and decrease the number of deputies from 84 to 60, were introduced by President Bukele during his national address marking the end of his fourth year in office and the beginning of his fifth. Seguir leyendo Reduction of Municipalities and Deputies in El Salvador to Generate $250 Million in Savings.

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Justice, Nation, Politics

President Nayib Bukele Declares War on Corruption.

President Nayib Bukele declared a war on corruption during his address to the nation on the fourth year of his presidency, held at the Legislative Assembly. He announced the implementation of asset forfeiture against former President Alfredo Cristiani and the construction of a penitentiary facility to house all “white-collar criminals.” Seguir leyendo President Nayib Bukele Declares War on Corruption.

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Community, Development, History, Nation, Politics, Security

Salvadoran Leader Nayib Bukele Begins Fifth Year with Unprecedented Approval from the People.

President Nayib Bukele begins today his fifth year in office with high approval from the Salvadoran population for his accomplishments over the past four years. Polling firms TResearch and the Center for Social and Economic Studies of Central America (Ciesca) confirm that Salvadorans approve of Bukele’s work since June 1, 2019. Seguir leyendo Salvadoran Leader Nayib Bukele Begins Fifth Year with Unprecedented Approval from the People.

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