No menu items!

COSTA RICA'S LEADING ENGLISH LANGUAGE NEWSPAPER

HomeCosta RicaCosta Rica to receive 2 million dollars from United Arab Emirates

Costa Rica to receive 2 million dollars from United Arab Emirates

Costa Rica will receive a donation of USD 2 million from the United Arab Emirates for emergencies caused by natural disasters and covid-19, both governments announced Monday.

“This donation will go towards alleviating the challenges caused by natural events and pandemic in rural areas. We continue to strengthen strong ties of friendship and cooperation,” Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado posted on his social networks.

“The UAE stands ready to support Costa Rica during this time by providing development assistance to build in stronger and more resilient systems as we continue to respond to the impact of climate change,” Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem bint Ibrahim Al-Hashimy said in a statement.

The money will go directly into the coffers of the National Emergency Commission (NEC), which governs the coordination of imminent risk prevention, mitigation and emergency response.

This aid is the third million-dollar donation from the Arab country to Costa Rica in the last two years. In 2020 it sent 8.5 tons of medical supplies valued at US$1 million and in October 2021 it shipped 20 more tons, valued at US$3 million.

In early December, Alvarado made a diplomatic tour to the United Arab Emirates, where the development of a seven-star hotel in the Gulf of Papagayo, in Guanacaste, one of the most touristic areas of Costa Rica, was also announced.

The Dubai Investment Corporation (DIC), the main investment arm of the UAE government, will be in charge of the project, according to its Costa Rican counterpart.

Trending Now

Costa Rica Proposes Date for Chaves Immunity Review

Costa Rica's lawmakers took a step forward today in addressing the latest push to strip President Rodrigo Chaves of his legal protections. The Legislative...

Costa Rica Women’s National Team Coach Steps Down Amid World Cup Push

The Costa Rican Soccer Federation dropped a major update this week: Spanish coach Beni Rubido is stepping down from his role with the women's...

Costa Rica’s Hyatt Centric Escazú Finalist in GRI Awards

Costa Rica's hotel scene keeps building momentum on the global stage. The Hyatt Centric San José Escazú stands out as a finalist for Best...

Juanes Lands in Costa Rica to Shoot Videos for New Tracks

Colombian singer Juanes has arrived in Costa Rica, turning our country's landscapes into backdrops for his latest music videos. The artist, known for hits...

New Poison Dart Frog Species Discovered in Peru’s Amazon

Peruvian researchers have identified a new poison dart frog in the Amazon rainforest, adding to the region's rich array of wildlife. The tiny creature,...

Costa Rica Faces Nicaragua in Key World Cup Qualifier Match

Costa Rica takes on Nicaragua this Tuesday at the Estadio Nacional in a match that could shape their path in the 2026 World Cup...
spot_img
Costa Rica Coffee Maker Chorreador
Costa Rica Coffee Maker Chorreador
Costa Rica Travel Insurance
Costa Rica Rocking Chait
Costa Rica Travel

Latest News from Costa Rica