Political and social developments in Argentina and Costa Rca

Political and social developments in Argentina and Costa Rica have raised concerns regarding democratic stability and legislative shifts.

In Argentina, analysts have identified “political illiteracy” as a threat to democratic substance, noting a lack of engagement with political history and candidate intentions. While President Javier Milei has criticized the Voluntary Interruption of Pregnancy (IVE) law, linking it to economic and pension system challenges, government officials indicate there is currently no parliamentary path to repeal the law.

In Costa Rica, concerns have been raised about the defense of democratic institutions amidst austerity measures and budget cuts to public universities. Recent legislative activity includes a proposal by President Laura Fernández to modify interest rate caps to prevent citizens from using informal lenders, though experts warn of potential consumer cost increases. Additionally, a new bill has been introduced to prohibit partisan political propaganda in educational institutions to protect students from electoral influence.