AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUN Race: A second secret straw poll for the next UN secretary-general shows Guyana’s Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett edging ahead, with Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan slipping but still in the mix. Drug Violence & Politics: The Wall Street Journal links Costa Rica’s homicide surge to the Moín container terminal’s impact on trafficking, while local reporting says the drop so far in 2026 may not match the dire framing. Public Safety in Cartago: President Laura Fernández ordered extra police in Cartago after residents reported frequent gunfire and criticized the judiciary for releasing suspects. Wildlife Protection: Costa Rica lawmakers approved rules requiring wildlife crossings on roads that disrupt fauna, with enforcement tied to early planning and approvals. Health System Risk: CCSS auditors warn brachytherapy for cancer depends on one machine at Hospital México, raising disruption fears if it fails. Road Disruption: Route 32 is closed on a short stretch near La Unión de Guápiles for a court-ordered investigation. Tourism Economy: Tourism is setting records, but hotels and restaurants say a strong colón is shrinking their dollar-based gains. Nature & Climate: Monteverde’s cloud forest is losing moisture despite heavy rainfall, and a new study suggests hotter development could dull Morpho butterfly blue wings.
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