The Pope received in audience the President of the Republic of El Salvador, Elías Antonio Saca González.During the cordial discussions, the current internal situation of the country as well as international matters were reviewed, with particular attention to the countrys commitment to promoting cooperation in the commercial field, in the fight against organized crime, in educational and emigration matters, and in social progress.Finally, the good relations between Church and State were highlighted, as well as the desire to strengthen them in favor of spiritual progress, national peace and development.