A. M. The Legislative Assembly issued favorable rulings that will allow the signing of two loan agreements with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) for a total of US$270 million. These funds will be used to strengthen transportation, infrastructure, and the national energy system.
Of the total, $120 million could be used to finance El Salvador’s Resilient Transportation and Infrastructure project. This initiative will directly impact the northern part of the San Salvador Metropolitan Area, including Apopa, Tonacatepeque, and Ciudad Delgado.
The investment seeks to improve the mobility of people and goods, a key factor in boosting the local and national economy. The modernization of the routes will help reduce travel times and strengthen the country’s competitiveness.
The second loan, for $150 million, will support El Salvador’s Geothermal Energy Project for Sustainable and Inclusive Development. This plan will be implemented by the Comisión Ejecutiva Hidroeléctrica del Río Lempa (CEL).
This financing will expand the use of clean energy sources, promote energy self-sufficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The commitment to sustainability is in line with the country’s international environmental commitments.
Both projects will contribute directly to economic growth, job creation, and territorial inclusion. With these actions, El Salvador strengthens its strategic infrastructure with support from multilateral organizations.
