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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.

Costa Rica’s agricultural sector opposes joining the Pacific Alliance

Costa Rica’s decision to join the Pacific Alliance, a trade bloc formed by Mexico, Peru, Chile and Colombia, this week prompted discussions that show private-sector groups are still divided on its potential benefits.

Costa Rica exports down 15 percent in 2015, mostly thanks to Intel exit

The total value of Costa Rican export goods fell by 15 percent last year, though most of that decline is attributed to the 2014 exit of chipmaker Intel.

Costa Rica fashion designers to promote their creations abroad

The creations of Tico fashion designers could be the country's newest export product.

Solís’ large entourage for Cuba trip draws criticism

Opposition leaders are questioning President Luis Guillermo Solís' large entourage for an upcoming trip to Cuba, calling it "political tourism" and a waste of public funds.
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