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The U.S. Senate reached a preliminary agreement that would allow for an end to the partial shutdown of the federal government, which has disrupted the operations of various agencies and departments. The agreement consists of the temporary approval of government funding, valid until early 2026.
The proposal still needs to be voted on by the House of Representatives to take effect.
The shutdown had led to the suspension of certain public services and delays in numerous federal programs, in addition to leaving government employees without pay during the period.
The agreement includes the resumption of normal salary payments, the continuation of operations in federal institutions, and the release of previously frozen budgets.
Economic context
The United States is the largest economy in the region, and its financial activity influences countries with which it maintains trade and social relations. The reopening of government operations prevents administrative delays in sectors related to foreign trade, transportation, customs, and institutional assistance.
Relationship with El Salvador
• El Salvador maintains significant economic ties with the United States, primarily in three areas:
• Remittances: A portion of salvadorans residing in the U.S. work in public and private sectors that depend on the normal functioning of the federal government.
• Trade: The United States is the main destination for salvadoran exports, especially in industrial and agricultural sectors.
• Administrative Processes: Consular services, visas, and documentation are often affected during prolonged closures.
With the normalization of government operations in the U.S., these processes continue to function without further disruption.
The situation will remain under review until the House of Representatives confirms or modifies the agreement submitted in the Senate.
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