CLCosta Rica, once known as a democratic model in Central America, is currently facing a surge in organized crime and drug-related violence. With 453 homicides recorded in the first seven months of the year, the country now has a homicide rate comparable to Mexico’s. This increase is linked to Costa Rica’s role as a transit point for cocaine trafficking from South America to the United States and Europe. The Port of Moín, which began operations in 2019, has become a focal point for criminal activity, with gangs using it to smuggle drugs. The government and judiciary are at odds over how to address the crisis, with President Laura Fernández accusing the judicial system of failing to act effectively against criminals.
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