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Pres. Chinchilla on the cartel threat to Central America's “pura vida” state.
SAN JOSE — The fight against the cartels has dealt a major blow to Costa Rica. "I couldn't say that we are winning the battle," Chinchilla said.
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Cartels have found a prime spot for washing and stashing illicit cash.
SAN JOSE — Law enforcement officials say laundering is par for the course in this country, which has fallen into the crosshairs of flush drug cartels seeking not just trafficking routes but places to stash illicit cash.
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Drug cartels are changing the attitude of peace-loving Costa Ricans.
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The nation is no longer just a transit hub for drugs.
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