A. M. Economist and financial advisor Otto Boris explained that the new tariffs imposed by the United States will not directly affect salvadoran exports, since the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is still in force. However, he pointed out that there is an opportunity to capture part of the Mexican market affected by these measures.
For El Salvador to take advantage of this scenario, it would need to increase production and export capacity. This would require investment in infrastructure and machinery, which would make it possible to respond to the trade diversion generated by the tariffs.
Boris stressed that this type of investment should be evaluated with caution, as the duration of the tariffs is still uncertain. If the measures are temporary, investors may consider it risky to bet on an expansion of the export sector.
Regarding the attraction of foreign investment and market diversification, the economist indicated that the country faces some challenges. Currently, exports have shown a downward trend in the last two years, which represents a challenge at the time of capturing new commercial opportunities.
Even so, the economist emphasized that the commercial environment always presents opportunities for those who manage to adapt. If adequate incentives are generated and productive capacity is strengthened, El Salvador could position itself better in international trade.
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