U.S.-EL SALVADOR RELATIONS The United States is proud to partner with El Salvador to maintain democratic institutions and rule of law, which promote inclusive economic development. The United States is also home to more than two million Salvadoran immigrants.

Is El Salvador considered part of the United States?

U.S. Recognition of Salvadoran Independence, 1824 & 1849. After the breakup of the Federation from 1838-1840, the United States recognized Salvador (El Salvador) as a separate, independent state on May 1, 1849, when E.

Who are El Salvadors allies?

El Salvador is a member of the United Nations and several of its specialized agencies, the Organization of American States (OAS), the Central American Common Market (CACM), the Central American Parliament (PARLACEN), and the Central American Integration System (SICA).

Why do El Salvadorans come to America?

Over the past 20 years more Salvadorans have abandoned their homeland and immigrated to the United States due to social inequality, disputes over social and political issues, and an increase in violence in the smallest and most overpopulated country in Central America .

What are the top 3 religions in El Salvador?

There is some debate about percentages, the Institute of Public Opinion of the University of Central America in May 2017 found 47.5% of the population as Roman Catholics, and 35.1% as Protestant, 14.5% as not having a religion and the remainder (about 3%) being Jehovahs Witnesses, International Society of Krishna

Is Salvadoran and Mexican the same?

First off, these are two completely different countries. Mexico is in North America. El Salvador is in Central America. Both countries speak Spanish.

Do El Salvadorans speak English?

Language in El Salvador The official language is Spanish. English is widely spoken but often not to a high standard.