Nicaragua: Free Trade Zone Reform Introduces Indefinite Tax Incentives (Law No. 1278) On April 9, 2026, Law No. 1278 entered into force, amending Nicaragua’s Free Trade Zone Law. While the reform is targeted in its wording, its implications are substantial: the tax incentive regime currently available to operators and users of free trade zones now…
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BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica $770 million road modernization project approved The expansion of the San José–San Ramón corridor will enhance connectivity and competitiveness… Read more Logistics and trade diversification…
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BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica Costa Rica launches $770 million road modernization project The Legislative Assembly approved financing for the San José–San Ramón highway corridor… Read more Costa Rica boosts…
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Honduras: New Legal Framework for Part-Time Work (Decree 45-2026) For the first time, Honduras introduces a clear legal framework for part-time work through Decree 45-2026, a model widely used in practice but, until now, lacking specific regulation. Why It Matters The law aims to promote job creation and formalize flexible work arrangements, but under a…
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Honduras: New Legal Framework for Part-Time Work (Decree 45-2026) For the first time, Honduras introduces a clear legal framework for part-time work through Decree 45-2026, a model widely used in practice but, until now, lacking specific regulation. Why It Matters The law aims to promote job creation and formalize flexible work arrangements, but under a…
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BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica Costa Rica Boosts Road Infrastructure Improvements with New Tender for Route 32 The National Road Council (CONAVI) has relaunched the tender… Read more Costa Rica…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Environment, Health & Safety, Honduras
New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry in Honduras
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The Sanitary Regulation Agency (ARSA) has approved a new regulatory framework establishing recovery fees and requirements for obtaining the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certificate for the national processed food and beverage industry. This certificate is a key element in ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of products manufactured in the country. Scope and Obligated Parties…
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Regional News and Opportunities BLP’s summary of the most important regional news and opportunities offers an overview of the economic, social, and political landscape of Central America at just a click away. Costa Rica Road Infrastructure Improvements – Route 32 CONAVI relaunched a tender for two overpasses on Route 32 to improve connectivity to Limón,…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Environment, Health & Safety, Honduras
New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry in Honduras
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Author Andrea Elvir Associate Honduras E-mail Honduras: New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry The Sanitary Regulation Agency (ARSA) has approved a new regulatory framework establishing recovery fees and requirements for obtaining the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certificate for the national processed food and beverage industry. This certificate is a key element…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
Commercial Code Reform Introduces New Requirements for Corporate Representation
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Author Valeria Gutiérrez Associate Costa Rica E-mail Commercial Code Reform and Corporate Representation in Costa Rica Recently, the Legislative Assembly approved Law No. 10840, “Law for the Harmonization of the Commercial Code and the Strengthening of the Special Power of Attorney,” which amends Articles 98 and 146 of the Commercial Code. Through this reform, the…