Can anyone give me a site with good information about the economy and military of Costa Rica?

[KM]

Any information would be helpful, and anything aboout either of the two. But both on one page would be nice...
also, if you happen to know anything about the economy or military, feel free to share! I just need an overview of both.
Spanish 2 homework ugh.

[Cammie]

Just punch in "Costa Rico" and you will get lots of hits.

[Martha P]

Economy - overview:
Costa Rica's basically stable economy depends on tourism, agriculture, and electronics exports. Poverty has been substantially reduced over the past 15 years, and a strong social safety net has been put into place. Foreign investors remain attracted by the country's political stability and high education levels, and tourism continues to bring in foreign exchange. Low prices for coffee and bananas have hurt the agricultural sector. The government continues to grapple with its large internal and external deficits and sizable internal debt. The reduction of inflation remains a difficult problem because of rises in the price of imports, labor market rigidities, and fiscal deficits. The country also needs to reform its tax system and its pattern of public expenditure. Costa Rica is the only signatory to the US-Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) that has not ratified it. CAFTA implementation would result in economic reforms and an improved investment climate.

Military branches:
no regular military forces; Ministry of Public Security, Government, and Police (2006)
Military service age and obligation:
18 years of age (2004)