FY 2024 El Salvador Country Opinion Survey Report

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the World Bank Group's activities in El Salvador. Core Insights - The World Bank Group (WBG) is perceived as a long-term partner in El Salvador, with high trust ratings among government institutions, but lower trust from academia and civil society [11][30][46] - Stakeholders emphasize the need for the WBG to enhance collaboration with civil society, academia, and the private sector to increase effectiveness [53][55] Summary by Sections Objectives - The survey aims to understand stakeholder perceptions of the WBG, focusing on familiarity, trust, effectiveness, and development priorities [4] Methodology Overview - The survey was conducted from January to April 2024, with a response rate of 52% from 201 participants [5] Overall Context - Stakeholders suggest that the WBG should design financing strategies that address El Salvador's high debt burden and promote sustainable growth [7] Overall Attitudes Toward the World Bank Group - The WBG is rated highly for its relevance and alignment with development priorities, with a mean rating of 7.8 for its role in development [16][18] Key Performance Indicators - The WBG's effectiveness in helping El Salvador achieve results is rated at 7.5, indicating a positive perception among stakeholders [17][30] World Bank Group's Support for Development Areas - Key areas for WBG focus include education (59%), jobs (48%), and agriculture/food security (36%) [42] Effectiveness of WBG's Support in Sectoral Areas - The WBG's effectiveness ratings in education and social inclusion have declined since FY21, while public service infrastructure received high ratings [43] World Bank Group's Engagement on the Ground in El Salvador - Respondents perceive the WBG as responsive to needs but suggest improvements in data sharing and project supervision [46][50] Financial Instruments and Knowledge Work - Financial resources are considered the WBG's greatest value, with 60% of respondents highlighting their importance [57] Conclusion - The report indicates a generally positive perception of the WBG's role in El Salvador, with specific recommendations for enhancing collaboration and effectiveness in various sectors [41][55]