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Does Costa Rica export or import more?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Overview In 2019 Costa Rica was the number 77 economy in the world in terms of GDP (current US$), the number 84 in total exports, the number 87 in total imports, the number 63 economy in terms of GDP per capita (current US$) and the number 53 most complex economy according to the Economic Complexity […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How do you greet a Colombian woman?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A firm handshake with eye contact and a smile is the appropriate greeting in most situations. Men should wait for a woman to extend her hand first. Women may hold each other’s forearms instead of shaking hands. Once people become acquainted, greetings become a lot warmer and Colombians often prefer to embrace (abrazo). What is […]

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Why do Peru and Ecuador hate each other?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The dispute between Ecuador and Peru dates from 1840. It revolved around whether Ecuador’s territory extended beyond the Andes mountain range to the Marañon (Amazon) river, including the Amazonian basin.During 1859 and 1860, the two countries fought over disputed territory bordering the Amazon. What happened between Peru and Ecuador? The Ecuadorian–Peruvian territorial dispute was a […]

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Can I bring my car to Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

To ship a car to Chile from the United States will usually cost between $1,800 to $3,300, in addition to import taxes and marine insurance. The most cost-effective way to ship a car to the area is aboard a ship inside a transport container. Are cars expensive in Chile? Note that Chilean cars are often […]

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Do Panama citizens need a visa for Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Canada tourist visa from Panama Most visitors from Panama will not be allowed to travel to Canada. You are required to have mandatory quarantine. Find travel restrictions, quarantine and entry requirements to travel Canada. How many countries can Panama passport enter without visa? There are currently a total of 109 Panama passport visa-free countries, 33 […]

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Is Guatemala Hispanic or Latino?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Guatemalans are the sixth largest Latino group in the United States and the second largest Central American population after Dominicans and Salvadorans. Half of the Guatemalan population is situated in two parts of the country, the Northeast and Southern California. What race is Guatemalan? With regard to ethnicity and culture, Guatemala has a population which […]

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What does the UK trade with Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

manufactured goods. Gold is traditionally the most. product to the UK, representing 25% of Brazilian exports to the country. Soybeans, coffee and iron ore are also among the main products exported. Brazilian imports from the United Kingdom are predominantly concentrated. What does UK import from Brazil? The infographic also highlights Britain’s imports from Brazil, which […]

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What is cost of living in Belize?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cost of living in Belize compared to the US City One bed city centre apartment – rent/month Mid-range, 3 course meal out for 2 Belize City, BZ³ 274.52 USD 60 USD Ambergris Caye, BZ⁴ 515.92 USD 70 USD Corozal, BZ⁵ 700 USD 27.32 USD New York, USA⁶ 3,017.19 USD 100 USD How much do you […]

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Is San Jose shrinking?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

San Jose is currently declining at a rate of -0.61% annually but its population has increased by 6.70% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 945,942 in 2010.The median age in San Jose is 36.7 years, 35.7 years for males, and 37.9 years for females. What is the fastest shrinking city in […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

How do you get around in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Most Chileans travel by bus, and it’s such a reliable, affordable option that you’ll probably do likewise. However, internal flights are handy for covering long distances in a hurry. The country has a good road network, and driving is a quick, relatively stress-free way of getting around. What is the most common transportation in Chile? […]

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Why was Chile influenced by Prussia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The direct reason for this Prussian influence on the Chilean Armed Forces is the aftermath of the War of the Pacific (1879-1884). Although the war was an outstanding victory for the Chilean Army and Navy, there were still questions about the military performance in the conflict and the future threats that might arise. Why does […]

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Are Chileans hospitable?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Chileans are friendly and hospitable, and they tend to be forgiving of mistakes made by foreigners. Even so, if you are familiar with the basics of Chilean etiquette, you can avoid many embarrassing and awkward situations. What is considered rude in Chile? Chileans stand closer to others than most North Americans or Europeans, and it […]

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Is Brazil a capitalist economy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Brazil’s bursting economy may be under tighter state control than any economy outside the Communist countries. It is capitalism, sure enough—in some respects even “buccaneer capitalism,” as one of its architects has described it—but it is increasingly a state‐directed capitalism. What type of economy is Brazil? Economy. Brazil has one of the world’s larger economies. […]

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Is Venezuela in the Southern Hemisphere?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Venezuela – sovereign country located in northern South America. Venezuela comprises a continental mainland and numerous islands located off the Venezuelan coastline in the Caribbean Sea.Falling within the tropics, Venezuela sits close to the equator, in the Northern Hemisphere. What hemisphere north or south is Venezuela in? northern hemisphereGPS Coordinates of Venezuela This point means […]

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When was Costa Rica independent?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

September 15th, 1821. Following their defeat in the Mexican War of Independence, Costa Rica, along with the rest of Central America, was granted their independence from Spain on September 15th, 1821. On this day it was that Costa Rica began to redefine itself & its’ identity as a country. Who did Costa Rica declare independence […]

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