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Costa Rica enters into free-trade agreement with South Korea

"This treaty is part of our country’s strategy to seek a closer relationship with the Asia-Pacific," said President Alvarado when signing the treaty at a ceremony.

Central American nations to sign trade deal with South Korea

Six Central American countries had been involved in the negotiations, but one of them – Guatemala – is staying outside the deal at this stage. 

Foreign Ministry signs agreements with United Arab Emirates

Tax and investment agreements between Costa Rica and the UAE were the result of bilateral meetings in San José.

Central American envoys in Israel Don’t forget about us

The lavish reception at the Tel Aviv Sheraton attracted about 200 diplomats, private executives, government officials, journalists and others.

China opens Panamanian embassy, seeks expanded trade with Latin America

Before heading to Panama, Wang visited San José, where he signed a cooperation memorandum with Foreign Minister Manuel González.

Chinese ambassador visits Manuel Antonio, tours palm oil plant

China’s ambassador to Costa Rica stopped at Manuel Antonio Friday to have lunch with local officials and tour a palm oil plantation in hopes of increasing business and tourism ties between the two countries

Costa Rica exports up 7 percent in 2016

Costa Rica's exports rose 7 percent during the first half of this year compared to the same period of 2015, indicating a rebound after years of decline.

Costa Rican Police seize 20,000 contraband avocados at Panama border

Border police seized 20,000 apparently illegal avocados at the Panama border on Thursday afternoon, the latest in the ongoing avocado saga that began when...

Costa Rican importers decry black market avocados 1 year after ban

Agricultural importers say contraband Mexican Hass avocados have been appearing in farmers markets around the capital lately.

Cargo ferry between Costa Rica, El Salvador to start in July

MOPT estimates a one-way trip will take about 16 hours, compared to the current driving time of up to five days by road.
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Costa Rica Removes Seven Police Directors After Polygraph Tests

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Those heading to Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast this week are being urged to use caution as higher surf, rip currents and a pair of...

Costa Rica’s Mid-Year Gordito Lottery Brings Big Prizes and Local Tradition

One of Costa Rica’s most familiar mid-year rituals is back on the streets. The Junta de Protección Social, known as the JPS, officially launched...