Costa Rica seeks independent verification on protected forest
The Office of the Ombudsman has formally requested the Constitutional Chamber (Sala IV) to order an external and independent review of a technical report submitted by the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE). The request seeks to ensure strict compliance with the boundaries of forest lands adjacent to the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. The Ombudsman’s […]
Costa Rica consolidates its position among the five destinations with the greatest growth potential for luxury hospitality in Latin America
Costa Rica has managed to position itself within the “Top 5” Latin American markets with the greatest potential for the development of high-end hospitality and luxury resorts for the 2026–2027 period. This recognition stems from strategic sector analyses that place the country alongside tourism powerhouses such as Mexico, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic. The dynamism […]
Costa Rica’s New Engine: Tech Exports Hit Record Highs in 2025
Costa Rica has evolved beyond being a benchmark for sustainable tourism and high-quality coffee; it has firmly established itself as a world-class technological hub. According to the latest data from the Foreign Trade Corporation of Costa Rica (PROCOMER) and the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), the country closed 2024 and began 2025 by breaking […]
From harvest to chip: OECD highlights the structural transformation of the Costa Rican economy
Justice orders restoration of ecosystem damaged by livestock invasion in CoronadoA criminal court, at the request of the Agrarian Environmental Prosecutor’s Office, has issued a precautionary measure of restitution of conditions to compel the repair of environmental damage caused in the protected areas of the Honda stream and the Macho River, in the canton of […]
Justice orders restoration of ecosystem damaged by livestock invasion in Coronado
A criminal court, at the request of the Agrarian Environmental Prosecutor’s Office, has issued a precautionary measure of restitution of conditions to compel the repair of environmental damage caused in the protected areas of the Honda stream and the Macho River, in the canton of Coronado. The judicial ruling arises after an investigation into the […]
Amazon adjusts employment target in Costa Rica: minimum commitment reduced to 8,000 workers
In a significant turn for the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) sector in the country, the e-commerce giant Amazon has formalized a substantial reduction in its job creation commitments in Costa Rica. According to recent documents and agreements with the Government, the minimum target number of workers that the multinational must maintain in national territory has […]
Another black jaguar spotted in the mountains of Talamanca
A new record of a melanic jaguar has been captured in the mountains of the Talamanca Mountain Range, where experts confirmed the presence of a young, well-nourished specimen that is still in its growth stage, reinforcing the biological importance of this region for Costa Rica’s wildlife. The feline, identified as Yagui, is a black jaguar […]
Laura Fernández Confirmed as Virtual Winner in First Round
With over 93% of polling stations reported, the 2026 National Election results show an irreversible trend. Report Number 10, released by the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) with 93.79% of stations processed, confirms a decisive victory for the ruling party. With a lead well above the 40% threshold, Fernández is set to become the next President […]
Laura Fernández Takes Commanding Lead in Initial 2026 Election Results
San José, Costa Rica – Following a steady election day, the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) has released the first provisional results for the 2026-2030 presidential term. As of Report #02, with 2,228 polling stations processed, the trend shows a significant lead for the ruling party’s candidate. Provisional Results (Report 02): According to the TSE data, […]
Russian Gastronomic Festival to be held this weekend in Barrio Escalante
The Barrio Escalante district, recognized as the culinary epicenter of the capital, is hosting the Russian Gastronomic Festival. The event, coordinated by the Distrito G platform in collaboration with the Embassy of the Russian Federation, aims to diversify San José’s tourism offerings and promote awareness of Eurasian traditions through cuisine and visual arts. Under the […]