Now that the referendum in Costa Rica has taken place many people are wondering what is in store next.  As of right now the CAFTA vote has passed and this makes many people happy and many are still a bit frustrated.  One group in particular is the Citizen Action Party, (PAC), which is also a [...]

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It is no surprise that the close outcome of the referendum has brought scrutiny from the No campaign.  The trade agreement with the US passed with 51.58% of the vote barely making it pass. 

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Working in an international office after an event of this magnitude is quite interesting as there are opinions from all over the world and everyone has a different perspective. It is a great way to see all possible sides of a situation.  I have been compiling all of their opinions on the recent vote and [...]

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Students stood outside of the legislative building in San Jose waiting for the results of the vote Sunday night.  They eagerly waited for hours to hear what the country had decided.   Students are notorious for making their points known and this is exactly what the city had anticipated. 

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With nearly all results in, CAFTA can be considered a reality for Costa Rica. At 90% of voting centers accounted for, 51.7% of the ballots were for Yes, and 48.3% for No. Oscar Arias announces CAFTA results - Canal 7

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With 73% of the voting center's results in, the Yes for CAFTA is ahead in the race

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For the first time in its history Costa Rica will decide a matter of national policy by holding a national referendum to decide whether or not to subscribe to Central America Free Trade Agreement. Costa Rica CAFTA, TLC SI o NO

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With the referendum only 2 days away, the world is keeping an eye on Costa Rica.   With Costa Rica being the only Central American country that is letting the voters decide whether or not to enter the CAFTA, there is a lot of pressure.   This is expected to be the ¨most internationally observed electoral event [...]

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Part of living the small budget lifestyle is enjoying everything for exactly what it is worth.  When you spend a lot of money on a tour or a big event you somewhat force yourself to have a good time.  It may not be what you expect but you look at it with a glass half [...]

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The International Soccer History and Statistics Federation released its updated world club ratings yesterday and Puntarenas still stands as the best Costa Rica soccer team.  Even though it fell from 106th to 139th it still remains in the top 150 worldwide. 

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