41. Intl Countries / Costa Rica : Costa Rica, Costa Rica Government, Costa Rica Intl Countries, Costa Rica References from government and business entities inCosta Rico. http://www.rmis.com/sites/intlccosta.php?mcat=Intl Countries&scat=Costa Rica

42. Republic Of Costa Rica, Republic Of Costa Rica Government, Republic Of Costa Ric Republic of costa rica government, Republic of Costa Rica economy. http://zhenghe.tripod.com/c/costarica/facts2.html

SITE NAVIGATION HOME COUNTRIES A-D COUNTRIES E-K COUNTRIES L-R ... ADD YOURSELF TO THE ATLAS! COUNTRY NAVIGATION INTRODUCTION GEOGRAPHY PEOPLE GOVERNMENT ... LETTERS AND PICTURES Republic of Costa Rica Republica de Costa Rica s="na";c="na";j="na";f=""+escape(document.referrer) Click Here to view visitor stats MAPS! Clipart.com. Unlimited access to more than 5,000,000 clipart images, animations, photos, fonts, and sounds! Click here to get a free 14-day trial of RealRhapsody Global Gallery: Browse 1000's of Art Prints and Posters Free Animated Aquarium Screensaver! "Napster Official Site - Get Free Trial!" www.ebay.com Bob Starkgraf GOVERNMENT Country name: conventional long form: Republic of Costa Rica conventional short form: Costa Rica local short form: Costa Rica local long form: Republica de Costa Rica Government type: democratic republic Capital: San Jose Administrative divisions: 7 provinces (provincias, singular - provincia); Alajuela, Cartago, Guanacaste, Heredia, Limon, Puntarenas, San Jose Independence: 15 September 1821 (from Spain) National holiday: Independence Day, 15 September (1821)

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T he General Assembly is the highest decision- making body of the OAS. Its responsibilities are set forth in Chapter IX of the OAS Charter MANDATES AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE THIRTY-FIRST REGULAR SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION OF SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA INTER-AMERICAN DEMOCRATIC CHARTER RESOLUTION ... General information on the Assembly (Costa Rica government)

44. Costa Rica Very basic information on the land, its people, history and government. http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0107430.html

in All Infoplease Almanacs Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Daily Almanac for Sep 20, 2005 Skip Navigation Home Almanacs ... Word of the Day Editor's Favorites Hispanic Heritage Month Hurricane Katrina Daylight Saving Time Ramadan ... Mississippi Infoplease Tools Periodic Table Conversion Tool Perpetual Calendar Year by Year ... Site Map College Center Scholarship Search College Resources Career Center Job Search Post Your Resume Continuing Ed. more . . . Search: Infoplease Info search tips Search: Biographies Bio search tips World Countries Costa Rica Infoplease Atlas: Costa Rica Republic of Costa Rica National name: President: Abel Pacheco (2002) Area: 19,730 sq mi (51,100 sq km) Population (2005 est.): 4,016,173 (growth rate: 1.5%); birth rate: 18.6/1000; infant mortality rate: 9.9/1000; life expectancy: 76.8; density per sq mi: 204 Capital and largest city (2003 est.): Monetary unit: Languages: Spanish (official), English Ethnicity/race: white (including mestizo) 94%, black 3%, Amerindian 1%, Chinese 1%, other 1% Religion: Roman Catholic 76.3%, Evangelical 13.7%, Jehovah's Witnesses 1.3%, other Protestant 0.7%, other 4.8%, none 3.2% Literacy rate: 96% (2003 est.)

45. LLRX -- A Guide To Legal Research In Costa Rica Describes government structure and list primary and secondary sources for legal information. http://www.llrx.com/features/costarica.htm

Navigation Advanced Search Law Pro Links LLRX Buzz LLRX Top 10 Meta Links Newstand Resource Centers - Document Delivery - Comparative and Foreign Law - International Law - Intranets/Knowledge Management - Marketing - Search Engines A Guide to Legal Research in Costa Rica By Roger A. Peterson Roger A. Petersen is an Attorney at Law, and a member of both the Costa Rican Bar and Florida Bar. Mr. Petersen is the author of The Legal Guide to Costa Rica and a partner with Alliance Law Group of San Jose, Costa Rica. Research assistance for this guide was provided by Amanda Nixon, who has a Bachelors Degree in Business/Finance from Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia. Published November 18, 2002 Table of Contents Introduction to Costa Rica A Brief History The Constitution The Structure of Government ... Sources of General Information I. Introduction to Costa Rica Costa Rica is a democratic republic which is located in Central America. To the north it borders Nicaragua and to the south Panama. The west coast borders the Pacific Ocean and the east coast borders the Caribbean Sea. Capital: San José Country Population Approximately 3.8 million people

46. Governments On The WWW: Costa Rica Gobierno de costa rica government of costa rica Consulado General decosta rica en Milano, Italia Consulate General of costa rica in Milan, http://www.gksoft.com/govt/en/cr.html

Governments on the WWW: Costa Rica Home Table of Contents List of Countries Signs and Symbols ... Feedback Costa Rica [ Costa Rica ] Official language: Spanish National Institutions: Asamblea Legislativa [Legislative Assembly] Gobierno de Costa Rica [Government of Costa Rica] [Ministry of Agriculture and Cattle] [Ministry of Economy, Industry and Commerce] Oficina Nacional de Normas y Unidades de Medida (ONNUM) [Ministry of Environment and Energy] [General Directorate for Hydrocarbons] Ministerio de Comercio Exterior (COMEX) [Ministry of External Commerce] Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores y Culto [Ministry of External Relations and Worship] Ministerio de Hacienda [Ministry of Finance] Control Nacional de Radio (CNR) Ministerio de Salud (MS) [Ministry of Health] [Ministry of National Planning and Economical Politics] [Ministry of Public Education] [Ministry of Science and Technology] Instituto Nacional de Seguros (INS) [National Institute of Insurances] Instituto Nacional de Aprendizaje (INA) Instituto Nacional de Fomento Cooperativo (INFOCOOP) Instituto Nacional de las Mujeres [National Institute of Women] Instituto Costarricense de Turismo (ICT) [Costa Rican Institute of Tourism] Instituto Costarricense de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AyA) [Costa Rican Institute of Aqueducts and Drains] [Regulatory Authority of the Public Services] Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) [National Commission of Emergency] [National Council for Scientific and Technological Research] [National Council of Production]

47. CIA - The World Factbook -- Costa Rica conventional short form costa rica local long form Republica de costa ricalocal short form costa rica. government type. democratic republic. Capital http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/print/cs.html

Country List World Factbook Home The World Factbook Costa Rica Introduction Costa Rica Background: Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong technology and tourism sectors. The standard of living is relatively high. Land ownership is widespread. Geography Costa Rica Location: Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua and Panama Geographic coordinates: 10 00 N, 84 00 W Map references: Central America and the Caribbean Area: total: 51,100 sq km land: 50,660 sq km water: 440 sq km note: includes Isla del Coco Area - comparative: slightly smaller than West Virginia Land boundaries: total: 639 km border countries: Nicaragua 309 km, Panama 330 km Coastline: 1,290 km Maritime claims: territorial sea: 12 nm exclusive economic zone: 200 nm continental shelf: 200 nm Climate: tropical and subtropical; dry season (December to April); rainy season (May to November); cooler in highlands

48. A Costa Rica Information Center Real Estate Internet Investment Legal Tourism De Information guide to government, businesses, tourism, and local products and services. English/Spanish http://www.costaricaweb.com/

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50. Cocori Costa Rica In A Nutshell Information on the history, geography, people and government. http://www.cocori.com/library/crinfo/nutshel.htm

COSTA RICA In a Coco Nut Shell Costa Rica is home to one of the oldest democracies in the Americas. The country has been noted for its friendliness and preoccupation with peace. Its policy of active neutrality has twice earned it the nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. In 1987 this prestigious award was presented to then-president of the Republic Dr. Oscar Arias. This, the fact that over a quarter of its territory enjoys protection in the ever-growing network of national parks and reserves, its continued dedication to environmental protection, and many other reasons answer why Costa Rica has repeatedly been referred to as the Switzerland of the Americas. Choose a category to go directly to it, or browse the page at your leisure Climate Geography People Communications ... Utilities CLIMATE Two recognized seasons; commonly called the Dry Season (December to April) and the Wet Season (May to November). We prefer to call the "wet" season the Green Season because the countryside comes alive like the springtime in temperate climates. The Atlantic coast has no well-defined dry season.

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CINDE Costa Rican Investment and Trade Development Board TAXES IN COSTA RICA INDIVIDUAL CORPORATE Individual Income Tax General Provisions Under the Costa Rica tax system, residents and corporations are taxed only income earned in Costa Rica. The tax year begins in October 1 and ends September 30, both for individuals and corporations. Companies may request filing returns on a different tax year, subject to the approval of the Ministry of Finance. Unless proof to the contrary exists, for certain professionals as well as corporations, presumptive net income is established by the Ministry of Finance, and constitutes a minimum taxable base. On September 1995 a main set of reforms to the prevailing tax structure was issued. These are the tax law (Ley de Justicia Tributaria) and Tax Adjustment Law (Ley de Ajuste Tributario). Both these Laws impose severe administrative fines, administrative penalties and criminal prosecution for failing to comply with the income reporting requirements established by law. Income Tax Applied to individuals as well as legal entities, i.e., corporations for income originated from a Costa Rican source. Costa Rican Laws do not tax income derived from a foreign source.

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var subscriber_p=0, user_id=0; photo.net Classifieds Shop Classifieds ... Search Government by Christopher Baker Home Travel Costa Rica ... CR Handbook : One Article ORGANIZATION Government Branches Costa Rica is a democratic republic, as defined by the 1949 Constitution, which guarantees all citizens and foreigners equality before the law, the right to own property, the right of petition and assembly, freedom of speech, and the right to habeas corpus. As in the United States, the government is divided into independent executive, legislative, and judicial branches, with "separation of powers" consecrated under Article 9 of the Constitution (none of the powers, for example, can delegate to another the exercise of its functions). In 1969 an amendment ruled that neither the incumbent president nor any former president may be reelected (they must also be secular citizens; i.e. not a priest). The executive branch is composed of the president, two vice presidents, and a cabinet of 17 members called the Council of Government (Consejo de Gobierno). Legislative power is vested in the National Assembly

53. Costa Rica - Costa Rica And It's Government System General article on costa rica s government System. http://www.infocostarica.com/general/government.html

San Jose, Costa Rica Updated 17-Jun-05 Costa Rica in General Traveling to Costa Rica Business in Costa Rica Ask questions here: ... Cool Stuff here! Search ... Related to this article ... What's New ... Check out our newly updated index of hotel and tour options! Costa Rica News Archives Costa Rica Pictures Costa Rica Maps ... Online Bingo Latest Conversations... hiring a van and driver is the way to go!! Atlanta moving to Costa Rica living in Jaco Considering Expat Assign in Belen, Heredia Province ... Hotel Tree House Mailing Lists ... Subscribe Unsubscribe Recommend this page to your friends ... About this Page ... Advertise with us! Investment contacts Costa Rica and its Goverment System by Infocostarica Staff Costa Rica is a democratic republic, as stated by the 1949 Constitution, which guarantees all citizens and foreigners equality before the law, the right to own property, the right of petition and assembly, freedom of speech, and the right to habeas corpus, among others. The government is divided into independent executive, legislative, and judicial powers. This "separation of powers" is sipulated under Article 9 of the Constitution. In 1969 an amendment ruled that neither the incumbent president nor any other president may be reelected. Costa Rica's Legislative Assembly also appoints the Supreme Court judges for a minimum term of eight years. They are automatically reappointed unless voted out by the Legislative Assembly. Twenty-four judges now serve the supreme court. These judges, in turn, select judges for the civil and penal courts. Together the courts have done much to enforce constitutional checks on presidential power. The courts also appoint the three permanent magistrates on the Special Electoral Tribunal, an independent body that oversees each election and is given far-reaching powers. The tribunal appointees serve staggered six-years terms and are appointed one every two years to minimize partisanship.

54. General Information About Costa Rica Background information about costa rica s climate, history, government, etc. The Climate of costa rica A Brief History costa rica s government http://centralamerica.com/cr/info/

Costa Rica's TravelNet General Info Map Section National Parks Photo Gallery Butterflies Home Pages Hotels Car Rentals Local Flights One Day Tours ... Packages Special Interests Raft - Kayak Sportfish Scuba Dive Surf ... Casino C osta R ica I nformation The Geography of Costa Rica The Climate of Costa Rica A Brief History Costa Rica's Government ... Health in Costa Rica Statistics Area - 50,895 square kilometers Capital - San Jose (pop. 300,000) Population - Three million Language - Spanish Location - Central American between Nicaragua and Panama (between 8 and 11 degrees north of the equator) Currency - Colon (Floats, currently $1 US = about 240) in notes of 5,000, 1,000, 500, 100 and 50 Religion - More than 90 percent of Costa Ricans are Roman Catholic. Geography of Costa Rica T he country is divided by a backbone of volcanoes and mountains, an extension of the Andes-Sierra Madre chain which runs along the western side of the Americas. Costa Rica has four distinct cordilleras or mountain ranges Guanacaste and Tilaran in the north, Central and Talamanca in the south. Costa Rica is part of the Pacific "Rim of Fire" and has seven of the isthmus's 42 active volcanoes plus dozens of dormant or extinct cones. Earth tremors and small quakes shake the country from time to time. The last major quake hit on April 22, 1991. Centered on the Caribbean side southeast of San Jose, it measured 7.4 on the Richter scale. The country's highest point is Mt. Chirripo (3,797 meters). The capital, San Jose, and the neighboring major cities of Alajuela and Heredie lies in the middle of the Meseta Central (Central Valley). Almost two-thirds of the nation's population live in this small, fertile valley. The Pacific coastal plain is much narrower than its Caribbean counterpart. Both coasts are lined with white and black sand beaches.

55. Atlas: Costa Rica costa rica Profile History · government · Economy · Population  Encyclopediacosta rica Indepth entries covering Economy, government, History, http://www.infoplease.com/atlas/country/costarica.html

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exxun.com america europe africa ... world Evolving xxlarge UNion - thousands of windows on the world - constantly updated Home Countries Flags Maps ... Notes and Definitions Costa Rica Republica de Costa Rica Flag Introduction Map Geography ... Music Translation Government Costa Rica Country name: conventional long form: Republic of Costa Rica conventional short form: Costa Rica local long form: Republica de Costa Rica local short form: Costa Rica Dependency status: void Government type: democratic republic Capital: San Jose Administrative divisions: 7 provinces (provincias, singular - provincia); Alajuela, Cartago, Guanacaste, Heredia, Limon, Puntarenas, San Jose Dependent areas: void Independence: 15 September 1821 (from Spain National holiday: Independence Day, 15 September (1821) Constitution: 7 November 1949 Legal system: based on Spanish civil law system; judicial review of legislative acts in the Supreme Court; has accepted compulsory ICJ jurisdiction Suffrage: 18 years of age; universal and compulsory Executive branch: chief of state: President Abel PACHECO (since 8 May 2002); First Vice President Lineth SABORIO (since 8 May 2002); Second Vice President Luis FISHMAN (since 8 May 2002); note - the president is both the chief of state and head of government head of government: President Abel PACHECO (since 8 May 2002); First Vice President Lineth SABORIO (since 8 May 2002); Second Vice President Luis FISHMAN (since 8 May 2002); note - the president is both the chief of state and head of government

57. Costa Rica (08/04) government costa rica is a democratic republic with a strong system of The US government has made clear to costa rica its concern that costa rican http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/2019.htm

Bureau of Public Affairs Electronic Information and Publications Office Background Notes Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs August 2004 Background Note: Costa Rica PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Republic of Costa Rica Geography Area: 51, 100 sq. km (19,730 sq. mi.); about twice the size of the state of Vermont. Cities: Capital San Jose (greater metropolitan area pop. 2.1 million, the greater metropolitan area as defined by the Ministry of Planning and Economic Policy includes the cities of Alajuela, Cartago, and Heredia). Other major cities outside the San Jose capital areaPuntarenas (102,504), Limon (89,933). (Note: These figures are for the Canton of each city, administrative areas that include the municipality and surrounding areas, rural or urban.) Terrain: A rugged, central range separates the eastern and western coastal plains. Climate: Mild in the central highlands, tropical and subtropical in coastal areas. People Nationality: Noun and adjective Costa Rican(s). Population (2004 est.): 3.96 million. Annual growth rate (2004 est.): 1.52%.

58. Costa Rica costa rica. International Religious Freedom Report 2004 The US governmentdiscusses religious freedom issues with the government as part of its overall http://www.state.gov/g/drl/rls/irf/2004/35532.htm

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Releases International Religious Freedom Western Hemisphere Costa Rica International Religious Freedom Report 2004 Released by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor The Constitution provides for freedom of religion, and the Government generally respects this right in practice. The Constitution establishes Roman Catholicism as the state religion; however, persons of all denominations freely practice their religion without government interference. There was no fundamental change in the status of respect for religious freedom during the period covered by this report, although certain legal and administrative liberalization took place. Government policy continued to contribute to the generally free practice of religion. The generally amicable relationship among religions in society contributed to religious freedom. The U.S. Government discusses religious freedom issues with the Government as part of its overall policy to promote human rights. Section I. Religious Demography The country has an area of 19,730 square miles, and its population is approximately 4.3 million.

59. Costa Rica Profile: Media Using a detailed analysis of 1.197 government websites in 198 different nations,it measures the information and More facts and figures on costa rica http://www.nationmaster.com/country/cs/Media

Supporter Benefits Signup Login Sources ... Pies Factoid #27 You're 66 times more likely to be prosecuted in the USA as in France Interesting Facts Make your own graph: Hold down Control and click on several. Compare All Top 5 Top 10 Top 20 Top 50 Top 100 Bottom 100 Bottom 20 Bottom 10 Bottom 5 All (desc) in category: Select Category Agriculture Crime Currency Democracy Disasters Economy Education Energy Environment Food Geography Government Health Identification Immigration Industry Internet Labor Language Lifestyle Media Military Mortality People Religion Sports Taxation Transportation with statistic: view: Correlations Printable graph / table Pie chart Scatterplot with ... * Asterisk means graphable. Top Graphs Richest Most Murderous Most Taxed Most Populous ... More Stats Categories Agriculture Background Crime Currency ... Transportation Regions Africa Asia Europe Middle East ... Costa Rica : Media View this page with sources or definitions listed for each statistic Average cost of local call of Cinema attendance of (per capita) 423.28 per 1000 people of Cinemas of (per capita) 0.00 per 1000 people of DVD region of E-Government rating of Films produced of (per capita) 0.49 per 1 million people

60. Costa Rican Government Costa Rica S Government Costa Ricas costa rican government costa rica s government costa ricas government Country name conventional long form Republic of costa rica conventional http://www.travelblog.org/World/cs-gov.html

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