El Salvador is strengthening international security cooperation as its government shares the results of its crime-fighting strategy with Chilean authorities, highlighting the growing global interest in the country’s approach to combating organized crime.
During a meeting in Chile, El Salvador’s Minister of Justice and Security, Gustavo Villatoro, joined Defense Minister René Francis Merino Monroy and the country’s Attorney General to exchange experiences with Chilean Interior Minister Martín Arrau and other government officials.
The discussions focused on El Salvador’s security policies and the results achieved under President Nayib Bukele, particularly in confronting organized criminal structures and improving public safety.
According to Villatoro, the approach commonly referred to as the “Bukele Model” has attracted international attention beyond El Salvador’s borders. The government is increasingly presenting its security experience as a reference for countries seeking stronger strategies against organized crime.
The meeting also underscored the importance of regional cooperation. By sharing operational experiences and strengthening institutional ties, El Salvador and Chile are seeking to contribute to more effective security policies and safer communities across the region.
El Salvador’s growing engagement with international authorities reflects the government’s broader effort to position its security strategy as a model for cooperation and policy exchange in the fight against organized crime.