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FOSIS and Dos Pinos report economic and social development milestones
FOSIS, Chile's Social Investment and Solidarity Fund, presented its 2025-2026 participatory public account. Acting director Javier Díaz highlighted that in 2025, over 57,000 people participated in entrepreneurship programs, while 91,000 individuals accessed state-subsidized microcredits to support or start productive activities, primarily led by women.
In Costa Rica, the Dos Pinos cooperative released its 2025 Sustainability Report. The cooperative reported generating over USD $1.324 billion in direct economic value. The report details progress in supporting 1,285 associated producers, creating 6,058 direct jobs, and advancing initiatives in circular economy, nutritional innovation, and environmental efficiency.