San Escobar is a fictional country that became an overnight internet sensation in early 2017 following a slip of the tongue by Poland's then-Foreign Minister, Witold Waszczykowski. While discussing diplomatic efforts at the United Nations, the minister claimed to have met with officials from several Caribbean nations, including 'San Escobar.' Internet users quickly capitalized on the blunder, creating a full national identity for the non-existent state, including a flag, currency, and even travel brochures. The meme serves as a satirical commentary on political incompetence and the power of social media to turn a verbal gaffe into a cultural phenomenon that persists as a shorthand for imaginary or poorly researched claims.