U.S. State Department Recognizes El Salvador as Safer Than Major European Nations

U.S. State Department Recognizes El Salvador as Safer Than Major European Nations

The U.S. State Department has made a significant update to its travel advisory for El Salvador, now considering the Central American country safer than several European nations. This change reflects a dramatic shift in the security landscape of El Salvador, often perceived as dangerous.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio attributed the improvements to the leadership of President Nayib Bukele, calling his efforts instrumental in enhancing safety for international travelers. Rubio remarked on social media platform X that gang activity and violent crimes have witnessed a notable decline.

Specifically, the updated advisory now designates El Salvador at Level 1, meaning