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Thursday, Jun 25, 2026
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Central American Investment Remains Resilient in Technology and Infrastructure Sectors

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean reported continued foreign direct investment growth across the region, with El Salvador, Guatemala, and Costa Rica attracting capital into digital finance, renewable energy, and logistics projects.
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Guatemala and Panama Expand Solar Power Projects to Meet Rising Regional Demand

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El Salvador Secures Major International Surfing Championships for Surf City

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International Rights Groups Call for Continued Dialogue on Judicial and Constitutional Reforms

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Climate Resilience Projects Accelerate Ahead of Hurricane Season

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El Salvador and Neighbors Coordinate New Border Management Measures

Migration authorities from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras have introduced joint operational protocols aimed at improving humanitarian conditions while strengthening securi...

Pacific Railway Project Moves Forward With New Engineering Assessments

Transportation officials presented updated studies for the proposed Pacific Train corridor, a project intended to connect industrial centers with maritime ports and support futu...

El Salvador Advances Digital Healthcare Modernization Program

The Health Ministry has partnered with international medical technology companies on a nationwide initiative to deploy advanced health information systems and telemedicine servi...

San Salvador Office Market Expands as Technology and Finance Firms Increase Presence

Developers and urban planners reported rising demand for premium office space and smart-city residential projects in the capital region, driven by the arrival of digital finance...

Venture Capital Firms Create New Funds Focused on Salvadoran Technology Startups

Regional financial institutions and international investors have launched dedicated funding vehicles for Salvadoran technology companies, citing favorable incentives and a growi...

Central American Nations Launch Digital Customs Platform to Speed Cross-Border Trade

Economic ministries across the regional integration system have introduced a unified digital customs clearing platform designed to reduce freight delays, streamline administrati...
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