President Nayib Bukele expressed his gratitude to Costa Rica for accepting humanitarian aid from El Salvador in the wake of Hurricane Rafael’s devastating rains. In a heartfelt message on social media, President Bukele said, “Thank you, President Chaves and the people of Costa Rica, for allowing us to help you and win blessings for our people. God bless our sister nations.”
The response came after Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves publicly thanked El Salvador for its prompt and generous assistance. “Thank you very much, Salvadoran brothers! The good Ticos will always be grateful for the generosity of your people, the 300 rescuers, and President Bukele. You invaded us with weapons of solidarity between brothers. A hug and may God bless you all,” wrote Chaves in a message of gratitude.
In the wake of the natural disaster, which left widespread damage across Costa Rica, President Bukele’s administration swiftly mobilized aid to support its Central American neighbor. El Salvador sent 300 trained rescuers from various first-response institutions, along with more than 400 tons of humanitarian supplies, including food and medicine, to assist those affected by the severe weather conditions.
The strong display of solidarity between the two nations underscores the close ties and mutual support shared by El Salvador and Costa Rica, especially in times of crisis. President Bukele’s actions reflect his ongoing commitment to regional cooperation and humanitarian assistance, reinforcing the bonds of brotherhood between Central American nations.
As the recovery efforts continue, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to supporting one another, with President Chaves thanking El Salvador for the “invading force of solidarity” during such a challenging time.
In a final message, President Bukele reiterated, “God bless our sister nations,” reinforcing the sentiment of unity and mutual assistance that characterizes the relationship between El Salvador and Costa Rica.