People in San Salvador, El Salvador. Editorial credit: bumihills / Shutterstock.com

El Salvador

Elections in El Salvador are largely credible and free. However, widespread corruption undermines democracy and the rule of law, and lack of physical security remains a grave problem.

Bernardo Arevalo supporters cheer after their presidential victory in Guatemala.

Freedom in the World — El Salvador Country Report

El Salvador is rated Partly Free in Freedom in the World 2024, Freedom House's annual study of political rights and civil liberties worldwide.