Mass Resignation in Costa Rican Government: Ministers Seek New Horizons

Seven Costa Rican ministers, including the vice president and finance minister, have resigned to pursue new opportunities and potential candidacies ahead of the upcoming general election. President Rodrigo Chaves confirmed the departures, which were anticipated as the nation gears up for February's elections.

Seven leading officials of the Costa Rican government, including the country's vice president and finance minister, have tendered their resignations. President Rodrigo Chaves announced on Wednesday that the ministers have chosen to resign in order to explore new opportunities that will help advance the nation's progress.

The vice president, Stephen Brunner, and the finance minister, Nogui Acosta, are among the key figures stepping down. Their departure is part of a broader shake-up within the government as politicians set their sights on the upcoming general election in February next year.

These major resignations were largely expected by political observers, as many politicians aim to position themselves for candidacies in the Central American nation's 2024 election. President Chaves expressed support for the ministers' decision, acknowledging the evolving political landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)