Legislator Rolando Gonzalez from Partido de Liberación Nacional (PLN) asked for the dismissal or resignation of Costa Rican ambassador to Brazil, Jairo Gabel Bermúdez. The request was made after he released some official documents from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that revealed that the diplomat got very low scores on 2 exams made by the […]
Archives for October 2016
The Fourth Agriculture and Lifestock Parliament will take place on October 26th
On October 26th, farmers and peasants will use the seats of Members of the Legislative Assembly due to the Fourth Agriculture and Lifestock Parliament. That day, at 9 am, representatives will present their most important struggles against the Pacific Alliance and their efforts to strengthen the National Production Council (CNP) which requires the support of […]
Run and fight prostate cancer
Exercise is health. And when it is done for a good cause, it is much better. A race called “MostaRun” will take place on November 13th at 7 a.m., starting and finishing at the World Gym in Escazú. Participants can run 5 or 10 kilometers and there will be a category for the blind. It […]
UN calls to protect cyclists and pedestrians
A report from UN Environment warns that investment in infrastructure is needed to save pedestrians and cyclists’ lives in low-income countries. According to this document, called Global Outlook on Walking and Cycling, the lack of investment in safe infrastructure contributes to millions of people’s death. The document is based on the study in 20 low-to […]
The Law that punishes improper relations was approved
The Law that makes punishable by imprisonment the improper relationships between adults and minors was approved in the Legislature’s second debate. The reform had 43 votes in favor and 4 votes against (3 legislators from Movimiento Libertario and Ligia Fallas, from Frente Amplio). The initiative reforms Articles 159 and 161 of the Penal Code, also […]
Oil prices will positively affect Costa Rican inflation rate in 2017
An increase in oil prices in international markets is expected to take place next year. As a consequence, the inflation rate in Costa Rica will return to the levels established in the Macroeconomic Program 2016-2017. It would be about 3%. Positive inflation levels within the target range helps the Central Bank (BCCR) to expand its […]