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To mark the 205th anniversary of Central American Independence, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a wreath-laying ceremony at the Los Próceres monument, located in Plaza Libertad in San Salvador’s Historic Center.
The event was presided over by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alexandra Hill, and was attended by heads of diplomatic missions from countries in the region based in El Salvador, members of the diplomatic corps, and representatives of international organizations present in the country. The event was also open to the public and to tourists who frequent the area.
In her remarks, Hill highlighted the historical significance of Independence and recalled the challenge undertaken by Central American forebears 205 years ago. “It moves me to think that, 205 years ago, our ancestors did something extraordinary, requiring great courage, clarity, and a desire greater than themselves”, she said.
The Foreign minister noted that the meaning of Independence must extend beyond the signing of the declaration and be linked to creating conditions that guarantee peace and individual freedom. She stated that this process is reflected in everyday actions, such as a child being able to walk to school without their parents fearing for their safety, or a person being able to go to work freely.
Hill also called on Central American nations to unite their will and efforts to drive initiatives that benefit the population and allow the region to move forward. She recalled that the key figures of Independence envisioned a strong, integrated Central America.
“Our heroes dared to act, and we must continue to dare to make our region better”, the diplomat stated. She said that, 205 years later, Central American countries can forge alliances and pool their capabilities to face current challenges.
The official emphasized the shared responsibility to transform and drive the isthmus forward, enabling Central America to create greater opportunities for its inhabitants. She highlighted the need to build a region where people enjoy better conditions for personal development and where migration is a choice rather than a necessity.
“Central America can stop being a region that always waits for opportunities and instead become a united region that decides what our people need”, Hill concluded. The ceremony was also attended by deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Adriana Mira and deputy minister for the Diaspora and Mobility Patricia Godínez.
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