The candidates running in Costa Rica's 2026 presidential election participate in a debate at the Supreme Electoral Tribunal in San Jose, Costa Rica, on Jan. 11, 2026.
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Costa Rica's Upcoming Election Will Likely Yield Policy Continuity

Jan 27, 2026 | 18:16 GMT

Although the president cannot run for reelection, his hand-picked successor will likely win the vote, keeping the right wing at the helm.

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