This Will Change The Way You See El Salvador - Milena Mayorga
January 23, 2026
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as posted by the channelZuby is joined by Milena Mayorga, El Salvador’s Ambassador to the United States. They discuss Milena’s journey from television to politics, her experience growing up during El Salvador’s civil war, and the country’s dramatic transformation under President Nayib Bukele. The two discuss how security reforms changed daily life, the role of Bitcoin in El Salvador’s global rebrand, and why international media narratives often clash with on-the-ground reality. Milena also lays out the long-term vision for the nation’s future.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Trailer
(01:16) Introduction
(03:05) Growing up during civil war
(05:18) Miss Universe & TV career
(09:38) From media to politics
(10:54) Gangs, security, & rebirth
(14:46) Image transformation worldwide
(18:48) Diaspora returning home
(22:18) Media narratives vs reality
(27:34) Security, freedom, leadership
(34:36) Tech companies & innovation
(37:33) Bitcoin strategy & reserves
(53:45) Why visit El Salvador
(55:25) Outro
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