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Nuevamente, El Salvador es sede de un evento deportivo internacional, que reconfirma su privilegiada posición en el calendario del surf mundial.— Secretaría de Prensa de la Presidencia (@SecPrensaSV) · Oct 19, 2026 · 16:21 (El Salvador time)
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Highlights El Salvador hosting another international surf event, the Surf City El Salvador ISA World Longboard Championship at El Sunzal.
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Quotes Tourism Minister Morena Valdez: 3.5 million international visitors had arrived through September.