El Salvador’s incumbent president, Nayib Bukele, is celebrating a landslide victory in the preliminary. This victory indicates a massive support of more than 85% of voters in favor of a new presidential term. Despite criticism of his authoritarian approach, Bukele remains popular among Salvadorans. It is mainly because of its territorial control plan.
Presidential re-election in El Salvador: Bukele Triomphe with more than 80% of the votes
Nayib Bukele is heading for a new five-year term in El Salvador, which has recovered more than 80% of the vote according to preliminary results. Although the final results have not yet been published, Bukele has already celebrated his victory, highlighting a significant lead over the other candidates.
Victory Statement by Nayib Bukele: A Historic Record for Democracy
The outgoing president addresses the nation from the balcony of the national palace, proclaiming a historic record for global democracy. His party’s data suggest a landslide victory with over 85% of the vote and an overwhelming majority in the Assembly.
Preliminary results, according to the Gallup Organization, indicate that Nayib Bukele is re-elected president in El Salvador with an impressive 87% support. Despite his controversial approaches, Bukele maintains a high popularity among the Salvadorans.
Security Policy and Bitcoin Recognition: Bukele’s Leadership main points
Nayib Bukele, criticized for his authoritarian approach. However, it is also known for its security policy which has significantly reduced crime rates. In addition, he signed the law granting the status of legal tender to Bitcoin. This decision put El Salvador at the forefront of cryptocurrency adoption.
Despite criticism of his authoritarianism, the “coolest dictator in the world” according to some, Bukele enjoys solid popularity. His “territorial control plan” contributed to the pacification of the country. This plan has reduced crime rates considerably, although some measures have led to a high incarceration rate.
Bitcoin adoption: a mixed result in El Salvador
Despite the legalization of Bitcoin, only 12% of Salvadorans used cryptocurrency for transactions in 2023. This marks a significant decrease from the previous year. Opinions on the economic impact of this decision are divided, with 25.3%. This rate estimates an improvement due to the decline in crime. However, only 0.5% attribute this to the legalization of Bitcoin.
