QCOSTARIA — Costa Rica is experiencing turbulent times. The wave of violence generated by the war between drug trafficking gangs has deeply affected public peace, affecting not only the perception of security but also the country’s image as a tourist paradise, a destination for foreign investment, and an ideal home […]
Q24N (InsightCrime) A recent multimillion-dollar money laundering investigation in Costa Rica illustrates how the government is attacking the country’s growing drug-related violence by going after the profits. Prosecutors leading the so-called “Fénix” case indicted 25 individuals on February 28 on charges of laundering drug trafficking profits of around US$17 million. […]
Costa Rica, a jewel of Central America, is renowned for its biodiversity, pristine landscapes, and commitment to sustainability. But one surprising fact about this small yet remarkable nation is that its marine area is approximately ten times larger than its landmass. This extraordinary reality underscores Costa Rica’s ecological significance and […]
Oscar Arias, the former president of Costa Rica and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has recently found himself at the center of a diplomatic controversy. The U.S. government revoked his visa without providing a clear explanation, sparking discussions about the implications of this decision and its potential motivations. Arias, a prominent […]
Costa Rica’s national anthem, officially titled “Noble Patria, tu hermosa bandera” (“Noble Homeland, your beautiful flag”), is a proud symbol of the country’s rich history, sovereignty, and identity. Like most national anthems, it serves as a unifying piece of culture, representing Costa Rica’s ideals of peace, freedom, and democracy. With […]
QCOSTARICA — In recent days, the dollar exchange began to suffer the effects of United States President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on the entire world, including Costa Rica, with a 10% tax on all U.S. exports. In the last week, the dollar exchange rose ¢7 colones, and although […]
QCOSTARICA — The Poás Volcano erupted for the third time in a matter of four hours this Tuesday morning, with a cloud of smoke and ash reaching 1,500 meters above the crater level. Residents from different parts of the country report observing the plumes of the eruptions. The Observatorio Vulcanológico […]
QCOSTARICA — Attorney General Carlo Díaz filed a criminal complaint against Costa Rica President Rodrigo Chaves for alleged bribery. Bribery in Costa Rica is punishable with prison sentences ranging from two to eight years for public officials who, abusing their functions, force or induce someone to improperly deliver or promise […]
“There’s a big demand for hope, but a little supply,” former president of Costa Rica Carlos Alvarado said, speaking to University of Connecticut law students last Thursday, April 3. “I do see things that demonstrate that we can work for a better future, and I like to share that vision […]
QCOSTARICA — Migrants who are deported from the United States to Costa Rica as a transit country will be required to sign a consent form before leaving the detention center where they are being held. The form forces some of the 200 transferred to Costa Rica that remain in the […]