El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has officially amended the country’s Constitution to sever all institutional ties with the Central American Parliament (PARLACEN). The historic decision reinforces El Salvador’s commitment to regional unity and integration—one rooted in action, solidarity, and shared development—while distancing itself from an organization that no longer aligns with those principles.
As a free and sovereign nation, El Salvador affirms that it will continue cultivating strong relationships with neighboring countries and supporting meaningful regional cooperation. Under the leadership of President Nayib Bukele, El Salvador has demonstrated its solidarity with the region during times of crisis, including the deployment of rescue teams and humanitarian aid following Hurricanes Eta and Iota in 2020, the donation of over 34,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Honduras in 2021, and the dispatch of more than 300 rescuers to Costa Rica after Hurricane Rafael in 2024.
Despite these regional efforts, El Salvador has concluded that PARLACEN no longer reflects the true spirit of integration. Citing a lack of tangible results and growing concerns over the institution’s misuse as a haven for individuals seeking to evade justice, the government has chosen to redirect its resources and diplomatic efforts toward more effective and transparent forms of cooperation.
This constitutional amendment marks a pivotal step in El Salvador’s regional strategy, as the country seeks to promote a new model of integration based on sovereignty, accountability, and mutual respect.