Costa Rica
Refugee surge creates Belize security fears
Belize is toughening its approach to refugees amid fears of a potential increase in gang activity
BelizeNew resort will boost Costa Rica tourism
Costa Rica’s tourism sector -- already outshining those of its regional neighbours -- is going from strength to strength
Costa RicaCosta Rica could become key US ally in region
Costa Rica is cementing its position as a US ally, but this poses domestic and regional risks for San Jose
Costa RicaCosta Rica’s pension system faces crisis
With elections approaching next year, pension reform could be one of the new government’s greatest challenges
Costa RicaTrump may trigger Central American trade opportunities
The Trump administration brings uncertainty to US-Central America trade relations, but it may well lead to opportunities
Central AmericaCosta Rica gridlock to compound Solis's unpopularity
The government's perceived inability to legislate will render the president a lame duck for the remainder of his term
Costa RicaCosta Rican free trade zones will bolster investment
Activity in free trade zones continues to grow, though the economic impact of further expansion is primarily longer-term
Costa RicaCosta Rica's socioeconomic problems will outlast Solis
As public discontent grows, Solis is largely powerless to lead
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