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Costa Rican Constitutional Court Strikes Down Recreational Cannabis Referendum

On Wednesday, Costa Rica’s Constitutional Court, Sala IV, ruled against a proposed referendum on adult-use cannabis legalization, citing conflicts with international treaties. The court emphasized that the underlying bill itself violates Article 7 of the Political Constitution, which prioritizes international treaties over domestic laws. As such, the legislation cannot proceed…

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‘This country is what the world would like to be’: can Costa Rica’s environment minister keep the country’s green reputation intact?

Though touted as a model of environmental preservation, the country has recently signalled a shift from phasing out fossil fuels to boosting the economy. Franz Tattenbach on the tension between green credentials and growth

The Guardian - UK

Costa Rica's Rodrigo Chaves Extends Support To Guatemala's President-Elect Bernardo Arévalo

Bernardo Arevalo is currently struggling to deal with legal challenges before taking over the office on Jan. 14.

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‘We used to give hope to the world’: is Costa Rica’s green halo fading?

The Central American country that inspired nature defenders for decades now faces a ‘loss of direction’, experts fear

The Guardian - UK

China Calls Costa Rica's 5G Network Cyber-Security And Spying Concerns Baseless

The Chinese embassy in San Jose warned such statements can make an impact on economic ties with China -- the second-biggest economy in the world.

Latin Times

As migration surges in Americas, 'funds simply aren't there' for humanitarian response, UN says

Countries in the Americas are reeling as the flow of migrants reaches historic levels, but a U.N. officials says international “funds simply aren’t there” for humanitarian needs

The Independent UK

President Joe Biden is hosting Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves at the White House

President Joe Biden is hosting Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves at the White House, following an agreement between the two nations on possible legal pathways for migrants

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President Joe Biden to host Costa Rica President Chaves at the White House

President Joe Biden will host Costa Rica President Rodrigo Chaves at the White House on Tuesday, following an agreement between the two nations on legal pathways for migrants

The Independent UK

Media owner files complaint alleging interference by Costa Rica's president in custody dispute

A banker and media owner says he filed a legal complaint against Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves, alleging that his administration interfered in his child custody dispute

The Independent UK

Costa Rica president removes minister, security chiefs amid record murders

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves on Wednesday removed his security minister and other top officials from office, after the Central American nation famed for being a safe haven in the region recorded its worst ever year for homicides.

Reuters

Costa Rica president promises more police, tougher laws

Costa Rica's president is promising to put more police in the streets and he wants legal changes to confront record-setting numbers of homicides that have shaken daily life in a country long known for peaceful stability

The Independent UK

Costa Rica president gets tougher on security as crime soars

Costa Rica's president on Wednesday presented a set of security measures in response to surging crime rates in the Central American country, which is currently on track this year to beat 2022's record murder rate.

Reuters

Drug trafficking blamed as homicides soar in Costa Rica

Costa Rica logged a record 657 homicides last year

The Independent UK

Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message from President of Costa Rica

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Tuesday a written message from President of Costa Rica Rodrigo Chaves. The message tackled the close bilateral ties that bind their countries and peoples and way to support and bolster them in various fields and on all levels. The…

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U.S. donates $14 million in security equipment to tackle Costa Rican crime

The United States donated nearly $14 million worth of security equipment to Costa Rica in a bid to stamp out crime in the Central American country, which is facing an "extremely high" murder rate, Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves said on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Costa Rica tightens overwhelmed asylum system

Faced with an overwhelmed asylum system, Costa Rica, one of the world’s great refuges for those fleeing persecution, is tightening its generous policies

Reuters

Costa Rica VP says charged in illegal campaign financing case

Costa Rica's Vice President Stephan Brunner said on Monday he had been charged for his alleged role in illicit financing during the electoral campaign of President Rodrigo Chaves, who took office this year.

Reuters

Costa Rican lawmakers investigate president's campaign financing

Costa Rica's Congress opened an investigation on Wednesday into complaints of illegal financing during the electoral campaign of President Rodrigo Chaves, who took office in May.

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Federal Court Ruling Paves Way For Cannabis Interstate Commerce; Costa Rica Plans To Legalize Marijuana & More Industry News

Maine Court Ruling Paves Way For Interstate Commerce A federal appellate court ruling in Maine may lead to interstate cannabis commerce, Marijuana Moment reported.

Reuters

Costa Rica seeks entry to trans-Pacific trade bloc

Costa Rica formalized its request to join a trade partnership of 11 countries across Asia, Australia and the Americas, President Rodrigo Chaves announced on Wednesday, in a step toward strengthening trade ties with Asian economies.

Reuters

Costa Rica prepares plan to regularize status of 200,000 mostly Nicaraguan migrants

Costa Rica is readying a plan to regularize the status of some 200,000 migrants, largely from the Central American country's northern neighbor Nicaragua, authorities told Reuters on Wednesday.

Reuters

Costa Rica's Chaves launches Pacific Alliance trade push

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves said on Friday he has ordered his ministers to launch talks to join the Pacific Alliance, a multinational pact focused on boosting trade, part of the new pro-business leader's push for faster economic growth.

Reuters

Costa Rica asks IMF for $700 million from new sustainability trust

Costa Rica has told the International Monetary Fund (IMF) it is interested in obtaining a nearly $700 million loan to invest in infrastructure from a newly created fund, the Central Bank said.

Reuters

Cyber attack on Costa Rica grows as more agencies hit, president says

The number of Costa Rican institutions hit in a wave of cyber attacks in the past month has grown to 27, President Rodrigo Chaves said on Monday, in one of the earliest challenges to face the new leader during his first month in office.

The Independent UK

Ransomware gang threatens to overthrow Costa Rica government

A ransomware gang that infiltrated some Costa Rican government computer systems has upped its threat

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