The role of the ID and secure document industry is to ensure that procedures and checks are in place that grant each citizen secure access to the rights and privileges that are associated with their unique identity.

At a time when other countries chop and change ID contractors on a regular basis, El Salvador is reaping the rewards from sticking with the same contractor over three successive contract periods.

Since February, over 700,000 Ukrainian refugees have exercised their right to obtain a Polish national identity (PESEL) number, which gives them access to various public services and benefits.