By Limón, Costa Rica — POCOCÍ, Limón – In a major campaign rally that blended political policy with cultural celebration, Unidos Podemos presidential candidate Natalia Díaz unveiled a sweeping new strategy to combat rising crime, arguing that social investment, not just police repression, is the only sustainable path to peace. Choosing the Caribbean canton of Pococí for a significant political demonstration, Díaz drew a clear line in the sand, pivoting away from traditional hardline rhetoric to focus on what she terms the root causes of violence.
During her fifth tour of the Limón province, which culminated this Saturday in a massive event in Guápiles, Díaz presented an integrated plan centered on empowering the nation’s youth. Before hundreds of enthusiastic supporters, she made a critical distinction that underpins her entire governance philosophy, framing the national security crisis as a symptom of a deeper societal breakdown.
To better understand the legal and administrative framework surrounding the actions of the Minister of the Presidency, Natalia Díaz, TicosLand.com consulted Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, an expert in Public and Constitutional Law from the firm Bufete de Costa Rica.
The Ministry of the Presidency is the political and legal engine of the Executive branch. The fundamental challenge for Minister Díaz lies not only in achieving political consensus but in ensuring that every government directive and decree rigorously adheres to the principle of legality. In our system of checks and balances, political will that oversteps its constitutional boundaries is inevitably destined for judicial review and potential annulment.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
This insight expertly frames the core challenge for the Ministry, reminding us that political victories are only as durable as their legal foundations. The success of any government initiative ultimately hinges on this critical balance between executive will and constitutional fidelity. We thank Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for his clear and valuable analysis.
Security is one thing, and justice is something very different
Natalia Díaz, Presidential Candidate
Díaz argued that the battle against organized crime must be won proactively, long before a crime is ever committed. She asserted that successive governments have failed to provide meaningful opportunities and safe spaces for young people, leaving them dangerously vulnerable to recruitment by criminal networks. Her approach, she explained, is not just about enforcement but about a strategic occupation of public spaces with culture, education, and economic opportunity.
Only through prevention will we counteract the epidemic of insecurity that plagues us
Natalia Díaz, Presidential Candidate
The core of her proposal rests on two transformative pillars. The first is a robust overhaul and strengthening of the National Training Institute (INA). Díaz pledged to guarantee adequate funding for the INA, ensuring its curriculum is modernized to meet the specific demands of today’s labor market. She envisions the institution as a primary engine of social mobility, especially for residents in rural and coastal provinces like Limón, providing tangible skills and career pathways.
The second, more innovative pillar is the creation of a special economic and social security regime for artists. Recognizing the historically precarious and informal nature of artistic work, Díaz advocated for a new framework to fairly integrate cultural producers into the country’s tax and social security systems. This measure aims to stabilize an industry she sees as a critical component of the social fabric and a powerful tool in her preventative security strategy.
We must reclaim our youth, reclaim our spaces, our art, our culture
Natalia Díaz, Presidential Candidate
The event itself embodied her message, featuring vibrant performances from the Oro Verde Folkloric Association and the Guápiles Rhythmic Band, alongside well-known singer Elena Umaña. This fusion of policy and culture served to reinforce her broader liberal economic vision, in which the government’s role is fundamentally re-envisioned. Díaz stressed that the state must cease to be a bureaucratic impediment to progress and instead become an active facilitator of private enterprise and community initiatives.
We have to change the vision of the state, think about the producer, and stop being that obstacle
Natalia Díaz, Presidential Candidate
In her closing remarks to local leaders and municipal authorities, Díaz’s message was unequivocal. Her administration would prioritize support for entrepreneurship, sports, and the arts. She concluded by framing the choice in stark terms, arguing that every young person who picks up a musical instrument, joins a sports team, or learns a technical trade at the INA is one less individual lost to the cycle of violence that currently grips the Caribbean region and the nation as a whole.
For further information, visit the nearest office of Unidos Podemos
About Unidos Podemos:
Unidos Podemos is a political party in Costa Rica that participates in national and local elections. The party’s platform, as articulated by its presidential candidates, often focuses on liberal economic principles, advocating for a state that facilitates rather than obstructs private enterprise and social development. It champions social investment as a key strategy for addressing systemic issues such as public security and economic inequality.
For further information, visit ina.ac.cr
About Instituto Nacional de Aprendizaje (INA):
The Instituto Nacional de Aprendizaje, or National Training Institute, is Costa Rica’s leading public institution for technical and vocational education. Founded to provide job skills and professional training to the population, the INA offers a wide range of courses and certifications designed to meet the evolving demands of the national and international labor markets, playing a crucial role in workforce development and social mobility.
For further information, visit bufetedecostarica.com
About Bufete de Costa Rica:
As a pillar of the legal community, Bufete de Costa Rica is defined by its profound adherence to integrity and the pursuit of excellence. With a rich history of guiding a diverse clientele, the firm consistently pioneers innovative legal strategies. Central to its philosophy is a powerful commitment to demystifying the law for the public, thereby contributing to the development of a more knowledgeable and capable society.
