Costa Rica News
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:57:30 +0000“Exclusive excursion to Nicaragua for Chavista supporters”
RICO’s Q — In a satirical article, Luis Paulino Vargas Solís reported on social media an “Important notice: Exclusive Nicaragua trip for Chavista supporters.” Luis Paulino writes: “Given the close, warm, affectionate, and i...
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:38:05 +0000Former presidents speak out against President Fernández
Q COSTARICA — Former president Carlos Alvarado (2018-2022) has decided to take a position clearly contrary to that of our President Laura Fernández, who stated that Nicaragua has the government they themselves elected. Alvarado, on the contrary, ...
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:24:32 +0000Claudia Dobles reacted with obvious indignation to recent statements made by President Laura Fernández
Q COSTARICA — Legislator and former First Lady Claudia Dobles reacted with evident indignation and annoyance to the recent statements made by President Laura Fernández regarding the political and social situation in Nicaragua. The legislator’...
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:23:01 +0000Ministry of Health insists on the need for more voluntary blood donors
Q COSTARICA — Following the commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, celebrated on June 14, the Ministry of Health reiterated its call to the public to become voluntary blood donors and contribute to the blood supply in hospitals and medical centers...
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:24:00 +0000Costa Rica strengthens its commitment to Asia with a value-added food offering in South Korea
Q COSTARICA — Costa Rica continues to strengthen its presence in Asia and expand opportunities for the export sector in high-value-added markets. From June 9 to 12, four Costa Rican companies participated in the Seoul Food & Hotel 2026 trade sh...
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:13:50 +0000“Ignorance or indifference”: Fernández is criticized for supporting the Nicaraguan regime
Q COSTARICA — Despite international concerns about human rights violations in Nicaragua, President Laura Fernández defended maintaining a cordial relationship with the neighbouring country. “We maintain a long-standing trade relationshipR...
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:48:05 +0000Partial closure of Ruta 27 near Orotina could increase freight transport costs
Q COSTARICA — The partial closure of Ruta 27 at kilometer 56, near Orotina, could lead to increased logistics costs and affect national supply if the situation persists, warned the Cámara de Comercio Exterior de Costa Rica (Crecex) — Costa Rican...
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:24:42 +0000Women are taking the lead in Costa Rica’s banking system
Q COSTARICA — In recent years, Costa Rica’s national banking system has made decisions focused on achieving gender equality, not only through its financial products for female clients, but also internally, reflecting greater female participat...
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:03:56 +0000Mexicans Protest Ahead of World Cup; Businesses Fear Fines for Broadcasting Games
Q24N — As one of the host countries for the 2026 World Cup, Mexico has not been immune to problems and protests leading up to the start of the competition, which kicked off in the Mexican capital on June 11. Various social movements, including teac...
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:33 +0000Montreal said “No” to the World Cup and FIFA’s demands
Q24N — Of the three World Cup hosts, perhaps the most relaxed, secure, and least media-driven is Canada. The northernmost nation on the continent will host 13 matches in Toronto and Vancouver, the most notable being two Round of 32 matches and one ...