Amir's visit to bolster bilateral ties: Costa Rican FM

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship of the Republic of Costa Rica Arnoldo Andre Tinoco praised the bilateral relations between Costa Rica and the State of Qatar, noting that they extend to 20 years of fruitful cooperation, and stressed that the visit of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will be an important turning point in strengthening these relations.

In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Tinoco said that Costa Rica was the first country in Central America to open an embassy in Doha, adding that bilateral relations between the two countries are witnessing remarkable development through the exchange of ambassadors and high-level visits between the two countries, which reflects the strength of the partnership between the two sides.

Tinoco pointed out that the visit will witness the strengthening of bilateral cooperation through the signing of several agreements and memoranda of understanding in various fields, including trade, culture, sports and health, with a focus on supporting diplomatic relations between the two countries. He also stressed the importance of benefiting from mutual experiences to enhance joint development and consolidate partnership in various vital sectors.

Regarding Costa Rica's hosting of the HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award, Tinoco emphasised that his country is proud to have been chosen to host the award's eighth edition, noting that this honor embodies Qatar's confidence in Costa Rica's continuous efforts to enhance transparency and combat corruption.

Tinoco also said that Costa Rica is ranked third as the least corrupt country in Latin America, adding that they seek to be a model of a corruption-free society through strict laws and an educational system that supports integrity.

Concluding, Tinoco called on Qataris to visit Costa Rica and explore investment opportunities, stressing that his country guarantees a safe investment environment thanks to the rule of law and infrastructure that supports commercial activities. He added that Costa Rica welcomes Qataris and looks forward to enhancing economic cooperation that will benefit both countries.