pro-Bitcoin Country El Salvador Invites Free Speech Advocates Amid Telegram Founder’s Arrest

El Salvador, known for its pro-Bitcoin stance, invites people to live without restrictions on free speech. This statement comes from El Salvador’s President, Nayib Bukele, following the recent arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov by French authorities.

Background on the Arrest

Approximately six hours ago, from the time of writing this article, French authorities arrested Telegram’s founder & CEO, Pavel Durov, at an airport. The arrest is reportedly due to his support for free speech via the Telegram platform.

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In response, many people have voiced their support for Durov, including Elon Musk, the world’s richest person. 

Pro-Bitcoin American politician RFK emphasised the urgent need to protect free speech.

France just arrested Pavel Durov, founder & CEO of the encrypted, uncensored Telegram platform. The need to protect free speech has never been more urgent.

— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 25, 2024

Response from El Salvador’s President

Nayib Bukele, President of Bitcoin bull country El Salvador, highlighted the benefits of living under El Salvador’s jurisdiction. He stated that El Salvador is the safest country in the Western Hemisphere and guarantees that no one will be arrested, censored, or have their assets seized for exercising free speech. Additionally, there is no property tax in El Salvador.

El Salvador is not only the safest country in the Western Hemisphere, but we also guarantee that you won’t be arrested, censored, or have your assets seized for exercising your right to free speech.

And there’s no property tax ‍♂️

— Nayib Bukele (@nayibbukele) August 25, 2024

Elon Musk praised El Salvador, saying it offers great freedoms.

Awesome

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 25, 2024

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Adoption and Achievements

In September 2021, El Salvador officially introduced Bitcoin as legal tender under Nayib Bukele’s leadership. Before Bukele’s leadership, El Salvador faced significant issues with gang violence and drug-related activities. However, under his leadership, the country adopted Bitcoin and aggressively combated crime. This dual approach attracted a large number of tourists, boosting the country’s GDP and fostering economic development.

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pro-Bitcoin Country El Salvador Invites Free Speech Advocates Amid Telegram Founder’s Arrest

 

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