Unions that represent police agencies in Costa Rica are opposed to the proposed Public Employment Law. According to their representatives, the project to rationalize public spending includes 2 sections that would jeopardize their wages. In addition, they warn that budget cuts in law enforcement could endanger public safety. This project is also rejected by other unions, such […]
Archives for May 2016
Opposition party and government agree to strenghthen fight against fiscal fraud
The legislative bloc of Unidad Social Cristiana (PUSC) and the government signed an agreement to approve a bill that would strenghthen the fight against fiscal fraud, which currently is being discussed in the Financial Affairs Commission. The agreement was sealed after several meetings between the social-Christian representatives with officers from the Finance Ministry, Presidency Ministry […]
Costa Rican exports increased 5%
Costa Rican exports increased 5% during the first four months of the year, reaching $3,199 million, according to the Foreign Trade Promoter (PROCOMER). The industrial and agriculture sectors grew 7% and 3%, respectively. However, livestock and fisheries sector fell by 10%. In addition, exports grew in different regions except Asia. The products that show greater […]
Fair will promote linkages for small businesses
More than 50 small and medium-sized companies will participate in the Essential Fair to be held at the Children’s Museum from June, 17th to 19th. The fair is organized by PROCOMER, Britt Group and BAC San José. The participants are micro, small and medium-sized businesses from Sarchí, Boruca, San José and other areas of the […]
Christmas and holidays increase credit card debts in ¢60 billion
Gifts, Christmas dinner, New Year’s eve party and holidays, increased Costa Ricans’ credit card debt in ¢60 billion, according to figures released on Tuesday by the Ministry of Economy, Industry and commerce (MEIC). Including this increase, the total debt reached ¢897 billion, which represents about 3.2% of the gross domestic product (GDP). In addition, 75% […]
21% of plants could disappear
21% of the world’s plants are endangered, according to the first global census of plants in the botanical center Kew Gardens in London. According to Professor Kathy Willis, scientific director of the Royal Botanic Kew Gardens, We already had a report on the global status of birds, sea turtles and even parents. But, despite its […]