Prominent Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo Salinas Pliego has praised the “beautiful and safe country” of El Salvador during a public message in which he recognized President Nayib Bukele as “a true captain who knows how to navigate all seas and deliver results.” The meeting underscores the growing international interest in El Salvador’s transformation under Bukele’s leadership.
During his visit, Salinas Pliego stated that if he were the President of Mexico, his top priority would mirror Bukele’s agenda: to wage a strong state-led campaign against crime, ensure security, and restore peace for families. He emphasized that a government must demand results, much like running a business, and take concrete steps such as improving infrastructure, lighting streets, and making highways safe.
The remarks reflect Salinas Pliego’s alignment with Bukele’s vision for innovation, decentralization, and economic renewal. They also highlight El Salvador’s rising profile as a country embracing new models of governance and financial freedom amid global shifts.