In a significant meeting, Argentine Minister of Security Patricia Bullrich welcomed her El Salvadoran counterpart, Gustavo Villatoro, to discuss strategies for combating drug trafficking and organized crime. The meeting took place as part of an official visit by a delegation from El Salvador to Argentina.
Bullrich emphasized that Argentina is drawing inspiration from the «successful Bukele Model,» which has helped transform El Salvador into the safest country in the Western Hemisphere. In a post on X, she highlighted the collaboration aimed at enhancing public security measures in Argentina.
“Today I met with Gustavo Villatoro, Minister of Justice and Security of El Salvador. In Argentina, we are applying firm and decisive measures against organized crime and drug gangs, inspired by the successful Bukele Model. We will not allow those who have stolen peace from our people to continue destroying our streets,” Bullrich stated.
The Argentine minister noted that under President Javier Milei’s administration, the focus is on protecting citizens rather than criminals, aligning closely with Bukele’s strategies, such as the Territorial Control Plan and the regime of exception.
“This is a revolutionary paradigm shift—we are building a doctrine that defends citizens and victims, not criminals. Tomorrow, we will present this in a joint document,” she added.
El Salvador has seen a historic reduction in violence, with over 700 days of zero homicides, and the capture of more than 70,000 gang members since implementing the exceptional regime in 2022. These achievements have positioned El Salvador as a model for public safety in Latin America.
The meeting between Bullrich and Villatoro coincides with President Nayib Bukele’s visit to Argentina, marking the first time a Salvadoran leader has been invited to the Casa Rosada, the presidential residence. This visit signifies a strengthening of bilateral relations and shared commitments to security in the region.