El Salvador is embracing artificial intelligence as a key pillar in its national development strategy, announcing plans to leverage high-performance computing infrastructure powered by NVIDIA technology.
The country revealed it is establishing the “National Center for Artificial Intelligence,” a government-led initiative aimed at promoting AI integration across sectors including education, healthcare, and public services. The center will be built around NVIDIA’s DGX SuperPOD—an advanced AI system designed to support large-scale machine learning workloads.
President Nayib Bukele’s administration emphasized that the move aligns with the country’s broader vision of technological modernization. The AI center will be housed within El Salvador’s National Library and is expected to become operational by the end of 2024. According to officials, the facility will enable the government to train AI models locally, process massive datasets, and accelerate digital transformation initiatives.
El Salvador’s adoption of NVIDIA’s platform follows a trend of emerging markets turning to AI and blockchain innovation to leapfrog traditional development paths. The country’s partnership with NVIDIA underscores its commitment to building a high-tech economy and cultivating digital talent.
The initiative will also include educational and research programs to equip Salvadorans with skills in AI and data science. Government officials noted that students, academics, and startups will be given access to the infrastructure, creating a public-private ecosystem around innovation.
As one of the first Latin American countries to formally integrate AI at a national scale—with infrastructure supported by a global tech leader—El Salvador is positioning itself as a pioneer in regional digital transformation.
