30 Jan 2024 | 04:28 PM UTC
El Salvador: General election scheduled to take place Feb. 4
General election scheduled to take place in El Salvador Feb. 4; heightened security, localized disruptions likely.
Officials in El Salvador will hold its general election on Feb. 4. Voting will take place in polling stations from 07:00-17:00. Officials will monitor related events and safeguard election-related sites. The incumbent, President Nayib Bukele, is heavily favored to win the poll.
Protests are possible by opponents of Bukele and his Nuevas IDeas party during or following the vote; controversy has surrounded the legality of Bukele's reelection campaign as the constitution officially bars presidents from running for a second consecutive term. There have already been small-scale protests over the issue; these have passed peacefully. Authorities will almost certainly implement additional security measures, including road closures near polling stations. Some disruptions to business and transit are likely.
Avoid election-related events, and exercise caution near polling stations and counting centers. Plan on some business and transit disruptions. Heed all official security advisories. Confirm appointments.
