“New markets, new challenges” are the main topics to be discussed at the VI International Forum on Consumer’s Protection in Guanacaste, where more than 13 countries are going to exchange information about the challenges of electronic trading. It is organized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (MEIC). The opening ceremony will be on […]
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US ambassador made a very special gift to a Costa Rican girl
On September 9th, Shirley Moraga met Fitzgerald Haney, US ambassador to Costa Rica, who visited the National Children ‘s Hospital (HNN) and gave her a very special gift. This little girl was born with a congenital heart disease and after an infection, she lost her hands and feet. However, this has not been an obstacle […]
20 care centers received 11,000 liters of milk
On September 10th, as part of a joint program between Club Activo 20/30 and the Cooperative of Milk Producers Dos Pinos, 11,000 liters of milk were delivered to 20 day care centers that will distribute them to populations at risk, mostly children. The contribution will benefit 12,000 people who will receive this food of high […]
4,6 quake shook CR
On Friday, a 4,6 earthquake shook several regions of the country at 11:28 p.m. According to the report by National Seismological Network (RSN), the epicenter was located 13Km Northwest of Savegre, Quepos, and the intensity was 4,6 degrees on the Ritcher Scale. People from Central Valley and Central Pacific reportedly felt the tremor. crhoy.com
People have filed complaints against the inclusion of parents’ names in the new ID
At least 8 citizens filed complaints against the new identification card, which includes both parents’ names. Cases are being studied by the Civil Registry. Luis Chinchilla, director of the institution, declared that the decision of including the father and mother’s name is based on Article 93 of the Organic Law of the Supreme Electoral Court […]
Costa Rica tested antiterrorist, financial mechanism
In order to comply with international commitments in the fight against terrorist financing and money laundering, banking and financial operators in Costa Rica were trained on the implementation of procedures to immediately freeze terrorist assets. In addition, a simulation was performed. It aimed to generate a statement to freeze assets immediately, so that all entities […]