International
Javier Milei is the president-elect of Argentina
November 20 |
The right-wing candidate for La Libertad Avanza (LLA), Javier Milei, was elected president of Argentina during the ballot held this Sunday, in which he defeated the candidate of Unión por la Patria (ruling party), Sergio Massa.
After 99.28 percent of the ballots were counted, Milei obtained 55.69 percent of the valid votes (14,476,462), compared to 11,516,142 obtained by Massa (44.30 percent).
Electoral authorities reported a turnout of 76.31 percent. The elections took place in total normality.
During a meeting with his supporters, Massa acknowledged Milei’s victory. He said that he communicated with him, congratulated him for the election result and wished him success during his administration in the next four years.
He announced that he had informed the current head of State, Alberto Fernández, and the elected President that as from Monday the institutional transfer mechanism will start.
He underlined that coexistence, dialogue and respect for peace is the best path that the Argentine society can choose in the future.
He recalled that two proposals for the country were presented in the electoral contest, and that throughout the campaign Juntos por la Patria chose the path of defending the social security system in the hands of the State, education and public health as core values, national industry, labor, SMEs and workers’ rights.
He considered that this is the best way to build prosperity, upward social mobility and national progress, but noted that the citizens chose another path and as of Monday the task of providing certainty is the responsibility of the president elect. We hope he will do so, he added.
He thanked the voters for their participation, especially the militancy of Juntos por la Patria, as well as other actors who were involved in the voting day and those who bet on each project of the country presented by the participating political spaces.
He expressed that the ballot proved that Argentina has a strong, solid and transparent electoral system that respects the results.
From the LLA campaign bunker, Milei told his supporters that they have a commitment “with democracy, free trade and peace”.
“We are going to work side by side with all the nations of the free world to help build a better world. Today is a historic night, not because of us, but because one way of doing politics has ended and another begins.”
After knowing the result, the current president, Alberto Fernández, said that “the people have expressed their will” and defined “the destiny of the country for the next four years”.
In a message broadcast through the social network X, Fernandez said that as from Monday he can start working with Milei to guarantee an orderly transition. Likewise, he congratulated Sergio Massa and Agustín Rossi for the campaign they carried out.
International
20th Festival Salvadoreñísimo brings together thousands of salvadorans in Houston
Parades, baton twirlers, and a mix of Salvadoran and international music set the tone for the 20th edition of the Festival Salvadoreñísimo, held in Houston, Texas, with Tony Villatoro once again leading the organization.
This year, the highly anticipated event moved to a new venue: The Crown Festival Park in Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, within the “space city.” Despite the scorching sun of the open-air setting, spirits remained high, and a brief drizzle later brought relief and renewed energy to the celebration.
More than 5,000 Salvadorans gathered at the park, joining with Guatemalans, Hondurans, and even Mexicans to commemorate 204 years of independence for El Salvador and Central America. The festival was marked by a family-friendly atmosphere, where traditional foods such as pupusas, panes con gallina, pastelitos, and horchata could not be missed.
“Twenty years with this festival, and I am very grateful to the Salvadoran community that always shows up. Thanks to them, the sponsors, and to Diario El Salvador for supporting us since the beginning,” said Tony Villatoro, as more compatriots continued arriving to the celebration.
“I am satisfied. I didn’t expect this level of attendance, especially since we were trying a new outdoor venue with some challenges, but we made it through successfully,” Villatoro added.
The Festival Salvadoreñísimo, now a two-decade-long tradition, once again took place as part of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time when independence festivities run from mid-September through October.
International
El Salvador unveils 2025-2029 National Reintegration Plan for returned migrants
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched the National Reintegration Plan for Returned Salvadorans 2025-2029, a strategy designed to create greater opportunities, ensure access to quality services, and provide a favorable environment for Salvadorans returning to their home country to rebuild their lives.
The initiative is supported by the United Nations Network on Migration, coordinated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), financed by the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), and backed by the Inter-American Development Bank’s (IDB) Migration Unit.
During the presentation, Vice Minister of Diaspora and Human Mobility Cindy Mariella Portal emphasized that migrants often face multiple challenges upon returning to their communities.
“That is why we are implementing actions that generate real and sustainable opportunities for these individuals,” she stated.
International
Authorities capture CJNG financial chief in international airport operation
A man identified as the main financial operator of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) was arrested Thursday at Mexico City’s international airport, authorities reported.
The individual, named by Mexican media as Óscar Antonio Álvarez, was apprehended during an operation involving the army, navy, National Guard, police, and the attorney general’s office, according to a joint statement.
Álvarez is considered the primary financial operator of a criminal group originating in Jalisco, and the capture took place at Benito Juárez Airport as he arrived on a flight from Barcelona, Spain.
Authorities stated that Álvarez faces charges of organized crime and money laundering, specifically for receiving and transferring illicit funds. His work with the CJNG reportedly included purchasing properties and managing businesses in the tequila and livestock sectors.
According to El Universal, Álvarez was directly under the command of Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho”, the cartel’s top leader, for whom the U.S. offers a $15 million reward.
The CJNG, which operates throughout Mexico and in various parts of the world, was designated earlier this year as a “foreign terrorist organization” by the U.S. government.
Álvarez was handed over to the federal public prosecutor to determine his legal situation, the report added.
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