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Prosecutor’s Office raids Costa Rican presidency for alleged violation of citizens’ privacy

The Tico Times - February 28, 2020

Eight people are being investigated as part of the case, including President Carlos Alvarado.

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Authorities begin investigation into Costa Rica data analysis unit for fear of privacy breach

The Tico Times - February 24, 2020

Crespo said that a technical and legal team of her agency will work during this week with the Presidency to determine if the work of UPAD violated the privacy of citizens.

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Costa Rica to take decarbonization steps this week

The Tico Times - February 24, 2020

Under the direction of the Environment and Energy Ministry (MINAE), Costa Rica this week will take steps toward achieving its goal of decarbonizing its economy by 2050.

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After public criticism, Costa Rican gov. repeals decree that created department with access to ‘confidential’ information

The Tico Times - February 21, 2020

The Costa Rican government on Friday repealed a decree that had created a Data Analysis Unit, after public criticism questioned its purpose and scope.

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UNHCR grants Costa Rica assistance to help Nicaraguan migrants

The Tico Times - February 8, 2020

According to official data, there are currently 87,190 asylum seekers in Costa Rica, of which 80% are Nicaraguans and 7% Venezuelans.

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UN commissioner in Costa Rica to evaluate response to Latin America refugee crisis

Alejandro Zúñiga - February 7, 2020

There are currently more than 87,000 applications for refuge in Costa Rica, of which 80% are from Nicaraguans and 7% are from Venezuelans, according to government data.

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