El Salvador and Argentina have sealed a strategic alliance in air transport, with the goal of strengthening their economies and boosting growth in key sectors. This collaboration, materialized through a Memorandum of Understanding, seeks to open new connectivity routes that benefit trade, tourism, and investment. The agreement marks a milestone, being the first bilateral air services agreement signed between the two nations.

Authorities from both countries emphasized that this alliance is a significant step toward economic development and the creation of opportunities. El Salvador’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Adriana Mira, emphasized that they seek partnerships that prioritize growth and social transformation. This memorandum will contribute to enriching cultures and uniting peoples, strengthening the bilateral relationship in multiple ways.

The signing of the agreement was carried out by the executive director of the Autoridad de Aviación Civil de El Salvador, Homero Morales, and the National Director of Air Transport of Argentina, Diego Sebastian Idiart. The officials agreed that the main objective is to boost tourism and attract new investment. This agreement responds to the growing need for greater air connectivity to facilitate the movement of people and goods.
The argentine representatives praised the policies implemented by El Salvador, especially the notable growth of the tourism sector. Argentina’s Secretary of Tourism, Environment, and Sports, Daniel Scioli, emphasized that the dynamism of tourism in El Salvador has allowed this sector to grow from representing 5% to 11% of the Gross Domestic Product. This growth has generated 3.9 million foreign visitors and jobs in more than 40 sectors of the economy.

Likewise, the Secretary of International Economic Relations, Fernando Brun, emphasized that this agreement will strengthen ties between El Salvador and Argentina. When talking about air services, he is referring to more frequent flights, which translates into an increase in tourists, entrepreneurs, and investors. The signing of this document demonstrates the commitment and concrete actions to deepen the bilateral relationship.

