Costa Ricans Head to Polls to Elect New President
The leading presidential candidate, Laura Fernandez Delgado, protégée of outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves Robles, is polling at 44%, above the 40% threshold needed to win in the first round. Her campaign emphasizes economic growth and a security agenda closely aligned with the United States.
About 3.7 million voters are expected to cast ballots over the 12-hour voting period. The election comes amid growing public concern over violence and organized crime, making security a central focus for the electorate.
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