Costa Rican President Fernández endorsed U.S. sanctions against Cuba's regime, arguing that diplomatic and economic pressure on dictatorships denying citizens dignity is justified, as her government withdrew its embassy and aligned with Washington's escalating measures amid Cuba's humanitarian crisis.
Chavismo intensifies its offensive to conquer Costa Rica's Judiciary, the last bastion of the rule of law.
Laura Fernández assumes presidency with Rodrigo Chaves at the center of her government.
President Laura Fernández has a referendum as her key tool to pass her ambitious agenda.
Laura Fernández assumed Costa Rica's presidency, promising deep reforms and a tough stance on crime.
The Trump administration revoked visas for Costa Rican journalists to silence opposition to its allies.
Costa Rica and other developing nations across Latin America, Africa, and Asia are rapidly adopting electric vehicles, with sales surging 79 percent in March year-over-year, driven by rising fuel costs and government incentives promoting energy independence from imported oil.
Gustavo Petro ranks among Latin America's least popular presidents with 38.2% positive image.
Costa Rica signed a deportation agreement with the US. The agreement allows for 25 deportees per week.
Cuba received 5 tons of medical supplies from the Nuestra América convoy. The shipment was part of an international humanitarian effort. The aid was welcomed by President Miguel-Díaz Canel.
Costa Rica has a new president. The president's election is a significant development.
Javier Milei meets Trump and 11 regional leaders in Miami to discuss forming a united front against China's growing influence in the region.
Costa Rica's President Fernández endorsed U.S. diplomatic and economic sanctions against Cuba's government, calling all pressure measures valid against dictatorship, while withdrawing her nation's embassy and supporting democratic reforms on the island.
Randall Zúñiga is removed as OIJ director due to a serious offense and disciplinary issues.
Legislative President Yara Jiménez shelves a sexual harassment case against former legislator Fabricio Alvarado.
Costa Rica's homicide rate is rising, contradicting President Laura Fernández's claim that it's under control.
Laura Fernandez is sworn in as Costa Rica's new president, vowing to fight crime and maintain US ties.
The US revoked visas of Costa Rica's top watchdog newspaper board members after critical coverage of the president.
Javier Milei's positive image has decreased, now ranking 14th among 18 Latin American presidents.
Costa Rica received a second group of migrants, including an Indian, deported from the US on Friday.
Costa Rica will accept 25 deportees from the US weekly. This involves 'third country' migrants.
Costa Rica closed its embassy in Cuba due to human rights violations. The move ends diplomatic relations with Havana.
Milei and Trump reaffirm alliance, Trump offers US missile strikes on Latin American drug cartels
Costa Rica's presidential election on Feb 1 likely to see candidate close to outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves triumph
President Laura Fernández will hold weekly meetings to oversee actions against crime and homicides.
The US revoked visas of five Costa Rican journalists, sparking censorship concerns.
The Presidencia website is under maintenance after Laura Fernández took office.
Costa Rica's president guarantees immunity to former president Rodrigo Chaves.
Costa Rica inaugurated its 50th president, Laura Fernández, amid unusual political continuity and pressure.
The US revoked visas of Costa Rica's top newspaper executives, sparking press freedom concerns.
Argentine President Javier Milei's approval rating drops to 36.2%, ranking him 14th among Latin American leaders.
Costa Rica designated Iran's IRGC and three proxies-Hezbollah, Hamas, and Houthis-as terrorist organizations, enabling stronger law enforcement action against Iranian destabilization efforts throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Costa Rica and the US have a non-binding migration agreement. Costa Rica will receive up to 25 deportees weekly. The agreement was signed during Kristi Noem's visit.
Cuba's president responded to Trump's threats. Regional support for Cuba is weakening. Trump's actions are set to continue.
Trump launches the "Shield of the Americas" initiative, a multilateral forum to counter narcoterrorism and China's influence in Latin America.