INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
President Nayib Bukele launched a new phase to combat gangs, asserting that El Salvador is now the safest country in Latin America.On
Gutman has over 20 years of experience helping poor communities.The focus will now shift to digital skills and reducing the digital divide
(Photo Internet reproduction)Bukele says most security risks are now under control
However, mental barriers still exist due to past violence.The president spoke of other progress in education, health, and economy
He urged citizens to keep working for a better El Salvador.The plan was first revealed right after Bukele took office in June 2019
Control El Salvador BackgroundEl Salvador has struggled with gang violence for decades
Gangs like MS-13 and Barrio 18 have roots in the U.S
but grew in El Salvador.The 12-year civil war that ended in 1992 also played a role
Many young people joined gangs in the absence of other opportunities.Previous governments tried different strategies, including harsh
But these policies often backfired, leading to more violence and prison overcrowding.Nayib Bukele, elected in 2019, brought a new approach
His Territorial Control Plan focuses on reclaiming gang-controlled areas.It also aims to improve local services and provide more
Education and job training are parts of this holistic model.However, critics question the lack of transparency and potential for abuse
The public is waiting to see if this new phase brings lasting change.
