Perception of Deteriorating Freedom of Expression in Costa Rica Hits Three-Year High, UCR Study Finds
A report from the UCR’s Freedom of Expression Program (PROLEDI) reveals that opinions on the state of this right are strongly linked to political affinity with the president, and confirms “nuanced” trust in the media. A new study from the University of Costa Rica (UCR) warns of a growing public perception of deteriorating freedom of […]
Japan Bolsters Costa Rica’s Police Fleet with $3.2 Million Donation
San José, Costa Rica — In a significant gesture of international cooperation, the Government of Japan has officially finalized a donation of 500 million yen (approximately $3.2 million USD) to the Government of Costa Rica. These funds are earmarked exclusively for modernizing the Ministry of Public Security’s (MSP) vehicle fleet, a critical resource in the […]
Red Alert: Costa Rican Red Cross Running Out of Funds, 66 Local Committees Could Close
A ¢1.7 billion colón deficit is jeopardizing emergency response across the country, just as it is needed most due to rising accidents and violence. There’s an image every Costa Rican knows: the red and white ambulance arriving at a traffic accident, assisting in a flood, or responding to a medical emergency at home. For most, […]
The Countryside Takes the Capital: Chronicle of the 2025 Great National Agricultural March
San José recently experienced an atypical day when the asphalt of Avenida Segunda and the surroundings of the Presidential House in Zapote were occupied by agricultural machinery, fishing nets, and thousands of rural producers. The so-called “Great National March of the Agricultural and Fishing Sector” consolidated itself as one of the largest mobilizations of the […]
Tension in San José, Echoes in Washington: Key Insights into the Costa Rican President’s Immunity Process
Listen to the podcast version of this article. 1. The News Event: Diplomacy on High Alert In the world of international relations, gestures often speak louder than official press releases. What recently transpired in Washington, D.C., is one of those gestures that cannot be overlooked: the U.S. Department of State summoned the Costa Rican ambassador, […]
Alajuela Get Ready to Shine: 7 Floats and 13 Bands to Light Up the 2025 Christmas Festival
The “City of Mangoes” is gearing up to host one of the most anticipated celebrations of the season. The Municipality of Alajuela has confirmed its traditional Christmas festival, “Alajuela Brilla” (Alajuela Shines), promising to fill the streets with music, color, and festive spirit this coming Saturday, December 6th. With a robust lineup featuring seven floats […]
Costa Rica Solidifies Position: 3rd Best Country in Latin America for Foreign Investment
A new U.S. study places us on the regional podium, surpassing global powers in key pillars like our “Economic Foundations.” In news that validates the country’s development model, Costa Rica has ranked third in all of Latin America and the Caribbean in the prestigious 2025 Global Opportunity Index. The report is published by the Milken […]
Costa Rica’s Engine: Goods Exports Grow by 15%, Exceeding $16.9 Billion by September
Costa Rica’s export sector continues to prove it is the undisputed pillar of the country’s economic dynamism. The Foreign Trade Promotion Corporation (PROCOMER) announced the country’s trade results this past October 24, 2025, confirming that goods exports are maintaining an outstanding double-digit growth. Between January and September 2025, the country exported a total value of […]
BCR Presents its Sustainability Achievements: Over ₡66 Billion Channeled to 2,000 SMEs
The Banco de Costa Rica (BCR) reaffirmed its commitment to the country’s productive engine on October 7th when it presented its achievements in sustainability. Under the campaign “Positive Impact That Changes Lives”, the financial institution highlighted how its management goes beyond just numbers, focusing on financial inclusion and direct support for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises […]
Tico Economy Exceeds Expectations: Central Bank Raises Growth Forecast for 2025
Costa Rica’s economy has proven stronger than expected this year. This past November 4, 2025, the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), during the presentation of its October Monetary Policy Report (IPM), announced an upward revision of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for the close of 2025. This adjustment, adding to the optimism […]