AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMedicinal Cannabis Industry: Costa Rica inaugurated its first laboratory for manufacturing medicinal cannabis medicines in El Guarco, Cartago, shifting the sector from exporting raw materials to producing finished concentrates, oils, syrups and pills, with plans for up to 420 jobs and exports to markets including Germany, Switzerland and the UK. Public Safety & Crime: A surge in drug-related violence is shaking Costa Rica’s politics, with homicides up sharply since 2020 and authorities under pressure to respond as trafficking groups exploit the country’s transit role. Tourism vs. Illicit Trade: Local leaders in the South Pacific are betting tourism can improve security and community image in areas linked to cocaine trafficking, while acknowledging the region’s coastline and proximity to Panama keep it vulnerable. Telecom Connectivity: Tarana Wireless and Itellum demonstrated live 1 Gbps fixed wireless access in Costa Rica using SUTEL’s new 6 GHz power framework, aiming to close connectivity gaps. Health Tourism Shift: Hospitals report international patients are increasingly coming for inpatient surgeries and complex procedures, not just dental work, as medical tourism grows in value. Education Outcomes: The Hello Brete free English program saw about 99,000 dropouts, raising concerns about retention in self-directed online learning. Culture: Costa Rica marked Black People’s Day and Afro-Costa Rican Culture Day with major celebrations in Limón, including the Grand Gala Parade 2026.
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