Costa Rica suspends tariff benefits to Panama

Costa Rica suspends tariff benefits to Panama, after the latter restricted the import and marketing of tomatoes and several other Costa Rican products, according to Costa Rican media.

 

From the Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica (COMEX) they commented that as an actor respectful of International Law, the country will take advantage of all legal options of action to guarantee compliance with the commitments agreed between the countries in the framework of the Central American economic integration process.

 

Costa Rica has sued Panama before the WTO (World Trade Organization) for restricting imports of fresh pineapple, strawberries, bananas, plantains, dairy and meat products.

 

 

 

source: ecotvpanama.com