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Costa Rica’s economy is set to grow around 3.5% in 2025, outperforming most of Central America despite global challenges, IMF ...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has decided to close its Resident Representative Office in San José, which has been headed by Mr. Santiago Acosta-Ormaechea, effective mid-October 2025.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has decided to close its Resident Representative Office in San José, which has been headed by ...
The U.S.-based International Monetary Fund says global economic growth will be better than expected despite a slowdown in the ...
Uncertainty about the future path of tariffs led to heightened market swings in Q2, and in this environment, emerging markets ...
WASHINGTON, August 01, 2025 - The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors today approved a loan to support El Salvador's efforts to strengthen ...
While the plan was for Costa Rica to send those immigrants back to their countries of origin, dozens remain in the Central ...
The country’s experience with China has arguably fallen short of expectations and been the subject of frustrations on both ...
Costa Rica’s tourism industry is facing a sharp decline in 2025 due to rising crime, health alerts, and higher travel costs.
Costa Rica's President Rodrigo Chaves has announced a significant reshuffle in his Cabinet. On Wednesday, six ministers and the vice president resigned to prepare for the 2026 general election.
Refugees International on Saturday condemned a new US agreement that diverts funds originally slated for economic development to Costa Rica deportation efforts. The organization denounced the deal ...
The beloved actor died at 54 while on vacation with his family in Costa Rica. Learn more about his sudden passing and cause of death here.