Doing business in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is often cited as a model for Central American economies because of its strong democratic institutions, political stability, and open economy. Foreign investment continues to play a pivotal role in fueling economic growth, particularly in the electronics, services, and medical components...

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Published in:Thunderbird international business review 2005-06, Vol.47 (3), p.335-363
Main Authors: Mirchandani, Dilip, Condo, Arturo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Central America Free Trade Agreement
Costa Rica
Economic development
Government and politics
Social conditions
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Summary:Costa Rica is often cited as a model for Central American economies because of its strong democratic institutions, political stability, and open economy. Foreign investment continues to play a pivotal role in fueling economic growth, particularly in the electronics, services, and medical components sectors. A strong record of social investments has resulted in a superior human resource base, a skilled labor pool, and preservation of its biodiversity. The recent formation of the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) provides new opportunities for the country but has also increased the pressures for more openness and privatization, particularly in the telecommunications industry, provoking fresh internal debate about the balance between economic growth and preserving social institutional arrangements.
ISSN:1096-4762
1520-6874