According to official sources, Costa Rica seeks to expand its markets in Europe and Asia to prevent a possible reduction of exports to the United States, its main trading partner, as a result of protectionist policies by President Donald Trump. Senior government officials and business representatives met this week to discuss options for the country […]
Archives for February 16, 2017
Costa Rica was used as an example of peace in the White House
After the meeting between Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, and the President of the United States, Donald Trump, the press consulted the two leaders on the possibility of resolving the conflict between Israel and Palestine with the creation of two States. Trump, who has said he does not believe in two states, was a […]
Frosty Irazú
The low temperatures in recent days caused frost to cover Irazú Volcano, where the landscape was dyed in white. María Lourdes Gómez works in the park and when she arrived on Tuesday morning, she found the vegetation full of frost, so she did not hesitate to take pictures. Eladio Solano, from the National Meteorological Institute […]
What you need to know about Expo Construcción
Expo construcción (expo Building) is one of the largest fairs related to the field of construction, and it offers a variety of options for those who wish to fulfill the dream of having their own lot, apartment, house or remodel their current property. Here are the most important facts you should know, in case you […]
Pineapple exporters want to take their products to China
On Tuesday morning, inspectors from China visited pineapple production plants in Costa Rica, aiming to make progress in the process for the commercial opening for this fruit in China. The AQSIQ (Quality Supervision and Inspection Agency) in charge of the process is made up of representatives Chen Siyuan and Quiu Zhankui, who will be conducting […]
Euthanasia for Kivú?
A professional team is analyzing the health status of the lion Kivú, and if euthanasia is the answer to prevent his suffering. Bernardo Jaen, General Director of the National Animal Health Service (SENASA) said that chronic renal failure has intensified and the animal’s health has deteriorated. Professionals from SENASA, MINAE and the National University are […]