Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Salvador Nasralla

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: December 1, 2025

How Salvador Nasralla built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Salvador Nasralla is a Honduran civil engineer, sports journalist, television presenter, businessman, and politician. He served as the First Vice President of Honduras from 2022 until his resignation in 2024. Affiliated with the Liberal Party, he is often described as a centrist. His career spans multiple fields, including media, business, and politics, making him a prominent figure in Honduran society.

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1966: Began working as a journalist

In 1966, during his adolescence, Salvador Nasralla began working as a journalist at Emisoras Unidas.

1969: Continued journalism career

In 1969, Salvador Nasralla continued his career in journalism, working in Uniradio and Radio Católica.

1981: Started "5 Deportivo" TV Program

In 1981, Salvador Nasralla began his television career by hosting the program "5 Deportivo."

1982: Head of Press for Honduran Soccer Team

In 1982, Salvador Nasralla served as the head of press for the Honduran soccer team during their participation in the World Cup in Spain.

March 3, 1990: Launched "X-0 da Dinero" TV Show

On March 3, 1990, Nasralla launched "X-0 da Dinero," a quiz show offering cash prizes.

2011: Founded the Anti-Corruption Party

In 2011, Salvador Nasralla founded the Anti-Corruption Party (PAC).

August 2013: PAC Officially Recognized

In August 2013, the Anti-Corruption Party (PAC) was officially recognized as a political party by the Supreme Electoral Tribunal of Honduras, appointing Nasralla as its president.

November 2013: Presidential Candidate for PAC

In November 2013, Nasralla was the official presidential candidate for the PAC in the elections, receiving 13.43% of the vote.

2013: Presidential Candidacy

In 2013, Salvador Nasralla ran for president in the Honduran general election as a member of the Anti-Corruption Party, finishing in fourth place.

May 20, 2017: Presidential Candidate for Opposition Alliance

On May 20, 2017, Nasralla was introduced as the official presidential candidate for the Opposition Alliance Against Dictatorship, which also outlined their government proposals, including reform of the constitution and an International Commission Against Impunity in Honduras.

2017: Presidential Election Run

In 2017, Nasralla ran again in the general election for the political alliance Alianza de Oposición contra la Dictadura, narrowly losing to Juan Orlando Hernández, amid claims of fraud.

2019: Creation of the Savior Party of Honduras

In 2019, after temporarily retiring from politics, Nasralla created the Savior Party of Honduras.

2021: Running Mate and Election Victory

In 2021, Nasralla withdrew his presidential candidacy to become the running mate of Libre presidential nominee Xiomara Castro, who would win the general election.