International media outlet Visegrád 24 has recognized President Nayib Bukele’s impressive approval rating, which has remained consistently high throughout his five years in office. According to the latest statistics shared by Visegrád 24, President Bukele currently holds a 91.3% approval rating, a testament to his strong leadership and ongoing popularity among Salvadorans.
The media outlet praised the president’s extraordinary approval rating, noting that it has exceeded 80% for the past five years. “The president of El Salvador has had an extraordinary approval rating of more than 80% in the last five years. We wish President Nayib Bukele the best of luck in leading the nation in 2025,” the report read.
During his early months in office in 2019, President Bukele garnered a 93.6% approval rating. Over time, his approval fluctuated but remained strong, with an 80% approval rating in June 2020, a rise to 92.1% in May 2021, and 89.9% a year later. In 2023, the president’s approval climbed to 94.3%, and as of mid-2024, it stands at 91.3%.
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A significant factor contributing to this ongoing support has been President Bukele’s successful security strategies, such as the Territorial Control Plan and the state of emergency, which have dramatically reduced gang violence. Under his administration, El Salvador has seen over 84,000 gang members eradicated from the streets. The country, once plagued by high crime rates, is now considered the safest in the Western Hemisphere. As of December 31, El Salvador recorded 278 days without homicides, potentially marking the safest year in its history.
President Bukele’s administration has also shifted focus to the nation’s economic recovery, with plans aimed at addressing the population’s basic needs, including fair food prices. International outlets, including The Associated Press, have recognized the dramatic drop in homicides and the positive changes under Bukele’s leadership, solidifying his status as a transformative figure in the country.
