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Saturday, Sep 05, 2026
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El Salvador Selected to Host International Women’s Softball Championship
International sports organizers selected El Salvador to host an upcoming women’s softball championship as the country seeks to broaden its sports tourism profile beyond major surfing events.
El Salvador Hosts 2026 World Junior Surfing Championship at La Bocana and El Sunzal
The International Surfing Association opened its 2026 World Junior Surfing Championship at El Salvador’s La Bocana and El Sunzal breaks, drawing thousands of international athletes and supporting the country’s push to expand sports tourism.
Santa Ana Centro Seeks Israeli Cooperation on Security and Municipal Technology
Officials in Santa Ana Centro presented public safety improvements and security data to Israel’s ambassador to El Salvador as they sought cooperation on technology, municipal management and intelligence systems.
Honduran Investigators Raid Tegucigalpa Clinics Over Alleged Medical Fraud
Consumer protection prosecutors and criminal investigators raided private clinics in Tegucigalpa over alleged use of fraudulent diagnostic devices to pressure patients into buying expensive, medically unverified treatments.
El Salvador Adds Central American Bank Funding to Bicentenary Scholarship Program
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly incorporated a donation from the Central American Bank for Economic Integration into the Bicentenary scholarship program, which provides advanced educational opportunities for young Salvadoran professio...
Salvadoran Exporters Showcase Products at International Trade Fair in Turkey
Salvadoran manufacturers and exporters presented their products at an international trade exhibition in Turkey as part of a government-backed push to diversify trade beyond the United States and nearby regional markets.
El Salvador’s Third Major Dry Spell of the Year Ends as Heavy Rains Return
Environmental authorities said El Salvador’s third extended dry period of the year has ended, bringing relief to agriculture while prompting officials to monitor vulnerable areas for possible localized flooding.
El Salvador Court Sentences MS-13 Members and Collaborators to 45 Years in Prison
The Second Organized Crime Tribunal in San Miguel imposed 45-year prison terms on multiple MS-13 operatives and logistical collaborators as authorities continue their campaign against organized criminal networks.
El Salvador Reports Two Consecutive Days Without a Recorded Homicide
El Salvador’s national police reported two straight days without a recorded homicide in early September, extending the sharp decline in gang-related violence that the government has linked to efforts to attract investment and tourism.
Maersk Sees Central America Gaining Ground as North American Nearshoring Hub
A Latin America market report from Maersk says Central America is attracting manufacturing investment from companies seeking shorter transit times and more protected supply chains serving the US market.
Tegucigalpa Faces Scrutiny Over $3.4 Million AI Unit Amid Infrastructure Problems
The municipal government of Tegucigalpa is facing criticism over a $3.4 million investment in a new artificial intelligence unit while Honduras’ capital struggles with water shortages and deteriorating basic infrastructure.
Honduras Issues Safety Alert Over Benzene Found in Imported Stress-Relief Toys
Honduras’ National Toxicology Center warned of dangerously high levels of carcinogenic benzene in imported stress-relief toys, raising concerns about consumer safety and controls on foreign-made goods.
El Salvador Raises Withdrawal Limit for Depositors Affected by COSAVI Collapse
Salvadoran financial regulators will allow people affected by the collapse of the COSAVI financial cooperative to withdraw up to $140,000 from their accounts in an effort to protect depositors and confidence in financial oversight.
Costa Rica Advances Maximum-Security Prison Inspired by El Salvador’s Anti-Gang Facility
Costa Rican authorities are moving ahead with a high-security prison modeled on El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement Center, reflecting growing regional interest in the Salvadoran government’s approach to combating organized crime.
Honduras Agrees Food Price Controls With Producers as Inflation Pressures Persist
The Honduran government reached an agreement with major poultry producers to control prices of essential food products as persistent inflation puts pressure on household purchasing power.
Power Cuts Hit Major Honduran Commercial and Industrial Areas
Honduran energy authorities imposed scheduled electricity cuts in key commercial areas including San Pedro Sula and Comayagua, highlighting continuing strains on the country’s power grid and business infrastructure.
Guatemala Maintains High Alerts as Fuego Volcano Sends Ash Above 4,500 Meters
Regional disaster officials remain on alert after Guatemala’s Fuego volcano produced strong explosions and ash columns exceeding 4,500 meters, creating evacuation pressures and risks for aviation and agricultural activity.
El Salvador and Honduras Set Up Permanent Trade and Logistics Committees
El Salvador and Honduras established joint trade, investment and logistics mechanisms aimed at reducing cross-border friction, strengthening Central American supply chains and attracting international investment linked to nearshoring.
US Extends Work Authorization for Salvadorans Ahead of Temporary Protected Status Expiration
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has begun issuing work authorization extension notices to Salvadoran Temporary Protected Status beneficiaries ahead of the program’s scheduled termination in September 2026, seeking to limit immedi...
IMF Reaches Preliminary El Salvador Agreement That Could Unlock $140 Million
The International Monetary Fund reached a preliminary agreement with El Salvador that could unlock $140 million in funding and projected economic growth of 4.5% by the end of 2026, while noting that private donations are financing the co...
El Salvador to Host 2026 World Junior Surfing Championship in La Libertad
El Salvador has secured hosting rights for the 2026 World Junior Surfing Championship at La Libertad, adding another international event to the country’s Surf City tourism and coastal infrastructure program.
Guatemala Plans Regional Airport Expansion in Petén to Attract International Flights
Guatemalan aviation authorities have announced plans to expand airport capacity in the northern department of Petén, aiming to attract direct international flights and spread tourism activity beyond the country’s main gateways.
El Salvador Streamlines Rules for Investment in Heritage and Historic Properties
El Salvador has introduced simplified regulations for renovating heritage properties for commercial and residential use, seeking to reduce bureaucratic barriers and encourage hospitality and real-estate investment in historic districts.
El Salvador and Argentina Deepen Cooperation Against Transnational Organized Crime
Salvadoran Security Minister Gustavo Villatoro held talks in Argentina on closer regional cooperation against transnational organized crime, arguing that cross-border criminal networks require coordinated international action.
San Salvador Aerocable Project Advances With Installation of Seventh Tower in Mejicanos
Construction teams have installed the seventh structural tower for the Aerocable mass-transit system in Mejicanos, marking another step in a government project intended to ease congestion and modernize transport in the San Salvador metro...
El Salvador Introduces Mandatory Registration for Corporate Data Protection Officers
El Salvador has activated new registration requirements for corporate Data Protection Officers as regulators seek to strengthen privacy compliance, cybersecurity standards and the country’s framework for digital business.
El Salvador Debates Proposal for 39-Hour, Four-Day Workweek
A proposal before El Salvador’s congress would reduce the standard workweek from 44 hours to 39 hours across four working days, opening debate between government and business leaders over labor reform and competitiveness.
Central American Development Bank Funds More Than 60 Infrastructure Projects in Costa Rica
The Central American Bank for Economic Integration has provided more than $45 million for over 60 resilient infrastructure projects in Costa Rica’s Caribbean province of Limón, targeting improvements to transport and logistics corridors.
El Salvador Expands State-Backed Mortgage Access to 55,000 Families
State-backed financial institutions in El Salvador have provided housing credit to 55,000 families as part of a government effort to reduce the housing deficit, support construction and expand access to formal property financing.
El Salvador’s Exports to Central America Approach $2 Billion
El Salvador’s exports to Central American markets rose to nearly $2 billion, while strong imports of capital goods pointed to continued investment by households and businesses, according to the Central Reserve Bank.
El Salvador Welcomes 3 Million International Visitors Through August
El Salvador recorded 3 million international visitors in the first eight months of 2026, with the Tourism Ministry linking continued growth to Surf City infrastructure and international marketing campaigns.
El Salvador Declares Severe Meteorological Drought Over, Easing Pressure on Agriculture
El Salvador’s environmental authorities have declared the end of a severe meteorological drought that threatened crop yields, providing relief to farmers and supporting domestic supplies of staples including corn and beans.
El Salvador AI Health Contract Draws Scrutiny Over Public Procurement Transparency
A Salvadoran government contract for an experimental artificial intelligence healthcare platform awarded to a company with close ties to the presidential administration has drawn scrutiny from regional media over transparency in public t...
Reports of Salvadoran Military Spyware Procurement Trigger Privacy Debate
Investigative journalists reported that officials from El Salvador’s Joint General Staff negotiated the acquisition of advanced foreign spyware, prompting renewed debate over national security, surveillance and digital privacy.
Guatemala Expands Power Grid to Integrate More Than 1,200 MW of New Renewable Energy
Guatemala has begun modernizing its electricity transmission network to accommodate more than 1,200 megawatts of newly contracted renewable power, with the expansion aimed at strengthening long-term energy supply for domestic and regiona...
Costa Rica Exports Rise 5% to Nearly $14 Billion on Advanced Manufacturing Growth
Costa Rica reported a 5% increase in exports to almost $14 billion, led by advanced manufacturing in free-trade zones and reinforcing the country’s role as a destination for technology and medical-device investment.
El Salvador’s Sovereign Bitcoin Holdings Rise Above $600 Million
El Salvador’s national Bitcoin holdings have surpassed $600 million in value as the government continues its policy of buying one Bitcoin a day despite ongoing discussions with multilateral institutions over the role of digital assets in...
US Lawmakers Push to Extend Protected Status for Salvadorans Ahead of September 9 Deadline
Members of the US Congress are urging the administration to extend Temporary Protected Status for Salvadoran migrants before a September 9 deadline, with the debate also highlighting the importance of diaspora remittances to El Salvador.
El Salvador Reaches IMF Technical Agreement Unlocking About $140 Million in Financing
El Salvador and the International Monetary Fund reached a preliminary technical agreement that would unlock about $140 million in financing, while international rating agencies project economic growth of up to 4.5% in 2026 amid improved ...
Panama Canal Cuts Daily Ship Transits to 34 as Water Shortages Persist
The Panama Canal has reduced authorized vessel transits to 34 a day as water shortages linked to El Niño continue to constrain the waterway, forcing shipping operators and Central American supply chains to adjust to lower capacity.
El Salvador’s Startup Sector Draws Growing Venture Capital and International Support
Venture capital firms and entrepreneurship incubators are increasing activity in El Salvador’s emerging technology sector, backed by government grants and international partnerships focused on software, digital services and female-led bu...
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Strategy Remains Closely Watched as Global Policy Experiment
International financial institutions continue monitoring El Salvador’s sovereign Bitcoin holdings and blockchain-based treasury disclosures as policymakers assess the country’s approach to digital assets in national reserves.
Surf City Expansion Drives New Real Estate and Hotel Investment Along El Salvador’s Coast
Local developers and international hospitality groups are increasing investment along El Salvador’s Surf City corridor, supported by improved road links, government incentives and growing international attention.
El Salvador Hosts World Junior Surfing Championship as Coastal Tourism Investment Expands
El Salvador is hosting the International Surfing Association World Junior Championship at La Bocana and El Sunzal, bringing hundreds of athletes from 56 countries as the government promotes coastal infrastructure and sports tourism.
El Salvador Monitors Remittance Risks as US Deportation Policies Shift
Salvadoran diplomatic and economic agencies are assessing how changing US deportation levels and border enforcement could affect remittance flows that support household consumption across the country.
El Salvador Central Bank Advances Rules for Digital Payments, Wallets and Blockchain Firms
El Salvador’s central bank is developing regulatory changes to integrate fintech platforms, digital wallets and blockchain operators into the national payment system, with a focus on unbanked people and the informal economy.
El Salvador International Airport Integrates $50 Million Arrivals Terminal Expansion
A newly expanded arrivals terminal at El Salvador International Airport has entered operations, increasing passenger-processing capacity as authorities seek to strengthen the airport’s role in Central American aviation and logistics.
El Salvador Taps Grain Reserves and Imports to Protect Domestic Food Supplies
Agricultural authorities say scheduled imports and national strategic reserves will maintain supplies of basic grains after an irregular start to the main planting season and amid elevated fertilizer costs.
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