Cristosal has relocated its operations outside El Salvador amid intensified pressure from President Nayib Bukele's government. The human rights organization announced it would continue its work in exile after suspending activities in El Salvador due to fears of criminal persecution. The Bukele administration is targeting dissenters, with threats against rights organizations and media outlets. Additionally, a new law mandates NGOs to register and incur taxes on foreign support. Over its 25 years, Cristosal has faced increased scrutiny amid investigations of government corruption and restrictions on civil liberties.
Cristosal has relocated its operations outside El Salvador due to escalating government pressure and threats to its staff, suspending all activities within the country.
Executive Director Noah Bullock indicated that the government's readiness to pursue criminal prosecution against dissenters makes continuing operations in El Salvador impractical and unsafe.
The Bukele administration has intensified its campaign against criticism, employing legal challenges against rights groups and independent media, claiming these efforts are necessary to combat corruption and safeguard security.
The introduction of a new law mandates NGOs receiving foreign assistance to register and pay taxes, further restricting the operations of organizations like Cristosal.
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