AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMining Dispute: China denied U.S. allegations that Chinese companies use coercive practices in Nicaragua or are linked to illegal mining in Costa Rica, calling the claims unfounded. Drug Crackdown: Attorney General Carlo Díaz says expanded cooperation with the DEA will target alleged traffickers hiding behind respectable business and political profiles; he says 25 Costa Rican extradition cases are underway. Clinic Investigation: OIJ is investigating the death of a 57-year-old Canadian woman at a San José cosmetic surgery clinic during a follow-up visit. An autopsy is expected to determine the cause. Sexual-Assault Care: Legislators on the Women’s Commission removed emergency contraception from a bill formalizing care for rape survivors, drawing an objection from the sole opposing member. UN Race: Former Costa Rican vice president Rebeca Grynspan remains a leading candidate for secretary-general, but a new UAE contender has entered the contest. Agriculture: A study estimates pesticide use on Costa Rican cropland at nearly twice the official rate, with bananas among the most heavily treated crops. Football: Former captain Bryan Ruiz has been named head coach, with the task of guiding Costa Rica toward the 2030 World Cup.
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