Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Gold Standard Under Threat: Intensified Crackdown on Illegal Mining in Crucitas Sparks Market Reassessment

San José, Costa Rica – October 27, 2025 – Costa Rica, a nation globally lauded for its pristine natural beauty and unwavering commitment to environmental conservation, finds itself at a critical crossroads. Today, law enforcement escalated its fight against rampant illegal gold mining in the environmentally sensitive Crucitas region, near the Nicaraguan