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Economics
Latin America
The economic impact of gang violence in El Salvador
High murder rates, gang violence, and regional cartel control all inhibit Salvadorians seeking to start businesses. The violence has also scared off foreign investment in the country. Thirty years ago, during
Latin America
Security
Will ‘Mano Dura’ crime policies persist in Central America?
In the Central American nations of Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, which make up the Northern Triangle, ‘Mano Dura’ (Iron Fist) policies have led to harsh crackdowns on delinquency and
Latin America
Security
Honduras’ Gangs Overrun World’s Murder Capital
San Pedro Sula is the second largest city in Honduras and the country’s hub for industry. It also happens to have the highest murder rate in the entire world. In recent
