Costa Rica reviews rule exempting foreign hazardous-material carriers from local permits

Costa Rica's Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) is reviewing a 2019 criterion that exempted foreign transporters from needing local permits for hazardous materials, following a complaint by the CCTU union citing unfair competition and SIECA data showing declining national plate participation. The review could alter cross-border transport regulations in Central America, potentially affecting trade flows and regional competitiveness.