AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism Boom: Costa Rica welcomed 1,605,360 air tourists in the first half of 2026, up 7.8% year-on-year, with North America leading (1,210,654 arrivals, +8.1%). The U.S. stayed the top source (966,661, +4.9%), while Canada surged 26.5% to 197,528. Reef Protection: Environmental groups launched “United for Costa Rica’s Reefs” to cut pressures on coral ahead of a likely very strong El Niño, targeting October 2026–February 2027. Health System Strain: The public healthcare system is still hit by a shortage of anesthesiologists, forcing major hospitals to close operating rooms and postpone surgeries. Wildlife Trade Scrutiny: Costa Rica’s silky shark exports could face CITES review after conservation groups challenged the science behind the country’s sustainability claims. Public Safety: Traffic Police fined 472 drivers for not using child safety seats in the first half of the year. Economy Watch: New data flags slowing growth tied to weaker free-zone performance and falling tax revenue.
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