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economic policy

  • November 3, 2025

Chaves Administration Bets on Labor Reform and Eurobonds in Year-End Legislative Drive

San José, Costa Rica — San José – With the clock ticking on both the year and his term, President…
  • November 1, 2025

Lawmakers Greenlight Sweeping Commodity Exchange Overhaul

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a significant move to modernize Costa Rica’s financial architecture, the Legislative…
  • October 28, 2025

Costa Rica Sets 1.63 Percent Minimum Wage Hike for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MTSS) has officially announced a…
  • October 27, 2025

Ramos Trade Pact Comments Ignite Presidential Campaign Firestorm

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The presidential campaign trail took a contentious turn Monday as Juan Carlos…
  • October 27, 2025

Government Proposes 1.63 Percent Minimum Wage Hike for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The Costa Rican government has officially tabled its proposal for the 2026…
  • October 26, 2025

Costa Rica Overhauls Social Security Debt Regulations

San José, Costa Rica — In a significant move to address long-standing economic challenges, Costa Rica’s Social Security Fund (CCSS)…
  • October 23, 2025

Costa Rica Central Bank Holds Key Interest Rate at 3.50 Percent

San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a move signaling a commitment to stability and a cautious economic…
  • October 22, 2025

Costa Rica Mulls Minimum Wage Increase for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The Costa Rican government has formally submitted its proposal for…
  • October 22, 2025

Costa Rica Wage Debate Intensifies as Government Backs Business Proposal

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – The stage is set for a contentious negotiation over the financial future…
  • October 20, 2025

Labor Unions Demand 2.63 Percent Wage Hike for 2026

San José, Costa Rica — San José – The opening bell has sounded for one of Costa Rica’s most critical…