The global growth forecast is slowing due to the conflict in Iran. How will that impact the region’s prospects?
Infographics
The Caribbean island is undergoing its worst economic period in decades while facing rising U.S. pressure.
Laura Fernández, President Rodrigo Chaves’ former chief-of-staff, is polling high enough to potentially avoid a runoff. Ticos vote on February 1.
Leftist Jeannette Jara won the first round, but her right-wing opponent, José Antonio Kast, leads polls in the race to succeed Gabriel Boric.
Several prominent right-wing leaders are hoping to turn the ideological tide by succeeding Gabriel Boric. See polling for the November 16 first round.
Voters will choose their next president November 30 in a single-round vote. Polls indicate a three-way race.
Paz won over disillusioned voters in the October runoff but faces a challenging economic scenario when he takes the reins in November.