America Costa Rica Juan Santamaría Airport has become the first in Central America to implement a protocol against child sexual exploitation, as Costa Rica has coordinated with NGOs and authorities to protect vulnerable minors in transit zones
America Costa Rica A constitutional reform has allowed Costa Rica to extradite its nationals for drug trafficking and terrorism, aligning with regional norms to combat organized crime amid rising judicial corruption and drug-related violence
America Costa Rica Electric vehicles have registered the highest penetration in Costa Rica in comparison with all other American countries and the country has taken the lead in electric mobility across the continent, according to the IEA’s Global EV Outlook 2025 report
America Costa Rica A national roadmap to develop cybersecurity talent has been introduced by Costa Rica, promoting inclusive education, and boosting institutional capacity to protect its digital infrastructure after suffering major cyberattacks in recent years
America Costa Rica A red alert has been declared for increased eruptions at Poás Volcano, ash and toxic gases are threatening nearby communities and forcing tourist closures