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Elections 2018

U.S. congratulates Carlos Alvarado on his victory in Costa Rica

A State Department spokeswoman called Costa Rica's elections a model for the region.

Catching up? Highlights from yesterday’s surprising Costa Rican election

A few of the highlights, videos and photos from an Election Day we won't soon forget.

Epsy Campbell will become Latin America’s first Afro-Latina vice president

Campbell will serve as vice president in the new Alvarado administration.

Meet Costa Rica’s 48th president, Carlos Alvarado

As the candidate for the PAC, he had to deal with the wear and tear on the current administration, whose image was hard hit by a corruption scandal as well as by increasing violence.

Carlos Alvarado’s victory speech: ‘This election held up a mirror to Costa Rica’

Carlos Alvarado addressed an ecstatic crowd in San Pedro, east of San José.
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Costa Rica Aligns with U.S. Under Trump Admin on China, 5G, and Security

Speculation has long surrounded the relationship between Costa Rica and the United States during former President Donald Trump’s administration, but officials say their partnership...

Miami Open 2025 Heats Up: Sabalenka, Gauff Dominate Early Rounds

The Miami Open Tennis Tournament continued at Hard Rock Stadium as the main draw started with a blend of commanding performances, gritty battles, and...

Is Costa Rica Safe? Comparing Safety in Costa Rica and the U.S.

As a dual resident of Florida and Costa Rica, I am frequently asked if Costa Rica is safe by friends and acquaintances in the...