AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoForensic Science & Mining: Brazilian police are using a “gold lab” approach that reads a seized sample’s chemical fingerprint to trace illegal Amazon gold back to its source—highlighting a gap Costa Rica has faced in the Crucitas case, where prosecutors have struggled to prove where the gold actually came from. Public Health: The CDC issued a Level 2 travel notice for Costa Rica after chikungunya reappeared, with an outbreak centered in Playa Langosta (Guanacaste) and local mosquito spread reported. Wildlife & Roads: Costa Rica’s wildlife-crossing research found many species use underpasses and canopy bridges, but roadkill still persists—prompting new national monitoring and maintenance protocols. Animal Health & Agriculture: With the New World screwworm spreading across the region, the U.S. announced a phased reopening of southern livestock ports, contingent on Mexico’s control plan—relevant to Costa Rica’s ongoing outbreak context. Tech & Connectivity: MICITT launched a 200-hour 5G digital growth program for Costa Rican MSMEs, aiming to boost local digital skills. Security: Costa Rica’s OIJ arrested “Diablo” (Alejandro Arias Monge) in a high-risk operation tied to multiple violent crimes.
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