• September 10, 2026
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crime policy

  • June 15, 2026

Costa Rica Unveils Sweeping Security Overhaul

San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a decisive move to combat escalating criminal activity, President Laura Fernández…
  • April 9, 2026

Chaves Laments Lost Year in Stalled Crime Negotiations

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – With just weeks remaining in his four-year term, President Rodrigo Chaves offered…
  • February 2, 2026

Laura Fernández Wins Presidency Promising an Iron Fist on Crime

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Political scientist Laura Fernández of the Sovereign People’s Party has decisively won…
  • February 1, 2026

Fernández Urges ‘Jaguars’ to Seize Historic Majority on Election Day

Cartago, Costa Rica — CARTAGO – Braving a nationwide cold front, presidential frontrunner Laura Fernández cast her ballot early Sunday…
  • January 27, 2026

Financial Times Highlights Fernández in Regional Shift Toward Hardline Politics

San José, Costa Rica — A recent in-depth report by the prestigious Financial Times has cast a global spotlight on…
  • January 14, 2026

Bukele Visit Ignites Mega Prison Project in Costa Rica

Alajuela, Costa Rica — ALAJUELA – In a move signaling a significant shift in regional security cooperation, El Salvadoran President…
  • December 11, 2025

Chaves Explores Bukele’s Iron Fist Security Model in El Salvador

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – President Rodrigo Chaves embarked on a significant two-day trip to El Salvador…
  • November 1, 2025

Candidate Vows to Reclaim Costa Rica From Criminal Control

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – As Costa Rica confronts what many are calling the most severe security…