AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMarine Health: Costa Rica expanded its Gulf of Nicoya shellfish ban as tests found toxic red-tide contamination in more areas. The toxins can’t be detected by sight or smell, and cooking won’t make shellfish safe. Medtech Innovation: Medical-device exports topped $10.8 billion in 2025, and Costa Rica is moving beyond manufacturing as local teams take on more product design and engineering. Climate and Research: El Niño is disrupting Gulf of Nicoya fishing, with catches too small for some fishermen to cover fuel costs. Researchers are also studying pollution exposure in Ostional sea turtles and using smartphones to create 3D maps of Pacific coral reefs. Digital Services: Costa Rica’s new digital Marchamo ends the annual vehicle-sticker swap. Tech Skills: INA and Camtic are partnering to strengthen technology talent and innovation.
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