Congressman Ferreira delivered a forceful account of Brazil’s escalating security crisis. He described the rise of 88 criminal factions, including the PCC and Red Command, which control territories, impose rules,…
Dr. Dayaratna presented data showing that access to affordable and reliable energy is directly correlated with economic growth, higher life expectancy, reduced poverty, improved agricultural output, and lower mortality from …
Dr. Dasgupta highlighted the geopolitical importance of critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements, calling them the foundation of military readiness, technological innovation, and economic stability. He…
The Honorable Matt Pottinger outlined the global threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), emphasizing its role in undermining health, security, and liberty worldwide. Key points included:
Sen. Cassidy’s remarks focused on the global threat posed by money laundering and the illicit financial networks that enable transnational crime, authoritarian regimes, and the proliferation of fentanyl. He outlined…
Ambassador Carla Sands thanked the organizers of the Parliamentary Intelligence and Security Forum and the government of El Salvador for hosting the event, praising Congressman Robert Pittenger and the forum…
The Honorable Víctor González thanked the hosts and spoke in Spanish out of respect for El Salvador, noting the country’s remarkable transformation from past insecurity to a safer environment. He…
His Excellency Henry Alexander Mejía addressed the forum on the urgent challenges and risks posed by artificial intelligence for the Salvadoran justice system, emphasizing the judiciary’s responsibility to adapt to…
Honorable Minister René Merino outlined El Salvador’s security transformation under President Bukele, focusing on the Territorial Control Plan (TCP) and the State of Exception. He explained that deploying the Armed…
The Honorable Attorney General Rodolfo Delgado explained that the Salvadoran Constitution allows the State to implement exceptional measures when facing imminent threats to national security, as occurred during a period…
Honorable Minister Gustavo Villatoro began by welcoming national and international participants, emphasizing the significance of hosting the Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum in a country that now reflects, in practice, the very…
His Excellency Ernesto Castro opened his remarks by welcoming international delegations, dignitaries, and members of the Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum. He reflected on El Salvador’s past, recalling decades of violence, political…
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