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Alleged plot to kill Costa Rica’s president uncovered ahead of elections

Authorities received a call from a woman who reported a supposed plot against the president

The Independent UK

A congressman’s ex got a protective order against him. His boss has little to say about it

This isn’t the first time Cory Mills has faced allegations of misconduct – but the House speaker wants to talk about ‘serious’ things

The Guardian - US

Honduras, US discuss immigration, security after tense start to relations under Trump administration

Honduras President Xiomara Castro and U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem discuss immigration and border security during their first meeting

The Independent UK

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Another Country Embraces El Salvador's Hardline Approach To Crime With New Mega-Prison

Costa Rica plans to expand its maximum-security capacity from 80 to 1,000 inmates and begin construction of a $35 million prison inspired by El Salvador's model.

Latin Times

Costa Rica looks to El Salvador's gang crackdown for path to stopping violence

Costa Rica’s security minister has begun a visit to El Salvador to study the measures it has taken to reduce violence caused by its powerful street gangs

The Independent UK

U.S. Deportees Taken To Panama Jungle Camp: 'It Looks Like a Zoo'

The migrants were being kept in a hotel, prevented from going out, and later relocated. "There are fenced cages," a deportee said

Latin Times

Costa Rica Gears Up To Receive U.S. Deportees From Asian Countries As a Way To Help Its 'Economically Powerful Brother From The North'

135 people will land in the Central American country. About half of them are minors

Latin Times

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Costa Rica Will Become The Latest Nation To Receive U.S. Deportees From Third Countries

The Trump administration has started sending nationals of countries in Asia, the Middle East and Africa

Latin Times

Rubio Asks If Aid Groups 'Sabotaging' Projects Over US Fund Freeze

Secretary of State Marco Rubio alleged Tuesday that some aid groups may have intentionally sabotaged projects to make a point after he froze most US assistance.

International Business Times

Secretary Of State Rubio Focuses On Immigration In Costa Rica

Secretary of State Rubio addresses immigration, USAID changes, and El Salvador's offer to host U.S. deportees.

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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…

Benzinga

‘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.

Latin Times

‘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

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Latin Times

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.

The Independent UK

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

The Independent UK

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

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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

Reuters

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.

The Independent UK

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

Reuters

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.

The Independent UK

Drug trafficking blamed as homicides soar in Costa Rica

Costa Rica logged a record 657 homicides last year

Asharq Al-Awsat

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…

Reuters

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.

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