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The Government of El Salvador reaffirmed its commitment to continue strengthening a fairer, more competitive, and more attractive labor market for investment during the seventh plenary session of the Consejo Superior del Trabajo (CST). At this meeting, authorities, representatives from the business sector, and union leaders analyzed the country’s progress in labor matters.
One of the main topics addressed was El Salvador’s removal from the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) shortlist, a development that authorities described as recognition of social dialogue and the transformations implemented in recent years.
Vice President Félix Ulloa noted that this achievement represents an advantage for the country internationally, as ceasing to be under permanent ILO observation strengthens confidence in El Salvador. However, he emphasized that the challenge now is to maintain this status by fulfilling labor commitments and strengthening dialogue among the various sectors.
During the session, Labor Minister Rolando Castro emphasized that being removed from the shortlist is not merely a recognition, but the beginning of a new stage in consolidating a labor market with better conditions for both workers and employers.
“Being removed from the ILO shortlist is not a mere token gesture; it is a transitional process that enables El Salvador to build a fairer, more productive, and more attractive labor market for investment, not only in terms of quantity but also quality”, the official said.
Castro explained that this progress also improves the country’s international image by projecting greater stability and compliance with labor standards. He indicated that this sends a positive signal to investors, markets, and cooperation agencies, which can translate into better financing opportunities and greater interest in developing projects in El Salvador.
Similarly, the Secretary of Trade and Investment, Miguel Kattán, affirmed that being removed from the shortlist represents an opportunity to strengthen the arrival of foreign direct investment by generating greater confidence among international companies interested in establishing or expanding their operations in the country.
The Legal Secretary of the Presidency, Adolfo Muñoz, described this moment as an important step for national development, considering it a reflection of the collaborative work between the Government, the productive sector, and workers’ representatives to overcome historical labor challenges.
The event also included the participation of representatives from the diplomatic corps accredited in El Salvador, international organizations, state institutions, and members of the Superior Labor Council, who agreed on the importance of maintaining social dialogue as a tool to promote new employment opportunities and economic development.
At the close of the session, the authorities renewed their commitment to continue promoting agreements between workers, employers, and the Government, with the goal of consolidating a labor environment that fosters productivity, job creation, and investment attraction.
According to the officials, the challenge for the country will be to preserve the progress achieved and continue strengthening policies that allow El Salvador to maintain its international recognition, while generating better conditions for economic growth and the well-being of the population.
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