President Nayib Bukele reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the country’s transformation and infrastructure development, emphasizing that progress takes time and consistent effort. Speaking about recent criticism from opposition groups, the president remarked that many of their arguments focus not on what has been achieved, but on what has not yet been completed.
“Since they can’t criticize what we’re doing, now they criticize what we haven’t done yet,” said President Bukele.
He acknowledged that while the opposition represents a small percentage of the population, they still have the right to express their views. However, he pointed out that critics often highlight unfinished areas instead of recognizing the tangible progress made across the country.
“They go find a place we haven’t been able to fix yet, take photos and videos of what they left behind, and say the government hasn’t changed it. But Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither was El Salvador,” the president stated.
Bukele noted that El Salvador’s transformation requires time, planning, and continued investment. Projects such as new bridges, roads, and public spaces are being developed step by step to ensure lasting results.
The president concluded by reiterating his administration’s focus on building a modern, safe, and prosperous El Salvador, one that prioritizes the well-being of its citizens over political interests.