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El Salvador
El Salvador at a glance
Population: 6.7 million (2005e)
Capital: San Salvador
Currency: Colon and US$
Language: Spanish (official)
Literacy: 79.9% (83% M / 77.2% F)
Life Expectancy: 67 M / 73 F
UN Development Index (2005):
104 / 177 countries
Source: International Trade Canada
Country Information
El Salvador Fact Sheet
From International Trade Canada, this page provides up to date background information on El Salvador including political and economic data .
CIA World Fact Book
The best site for a quick overview of El Salvador. Includes basic information on geography, people, government, economy, transportation and more.
US Department of State
Provides some basic background information as well as a brief history of events in El Salvador. The report touches on the current political and economic conditions as well.
Resources for Canadians
Canada - El Salvador Chamber of Commerce
An excellent resource for those interested in trade between Canada and El Salvador. The site has background information on El Salvador, a brief history of El Salvador, a member's area and updates on news and events.
Canada's market access priority for El Salvador
A brief article on the El Salvadoran market potential for Canadian companies.
Sources of project financing - El Salvador
A list of possible sources of funding.
El Salvador Travel Report
The current travel report from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Canadian Embassy in El Salvador
Provides information for Canadians and Salvadorans.
