Costa Rican President Laura Fernández has signed a decree directing the government to create an official list of goods linked to risks of forced labor or compulsory labor. This action follows tariff penalties imposed by the United States. The list will enable the application of control measures when importing goods associated with these labor practices. The goal is to prevent the entry of products made with forced labor into Costa Rica. This decree signifies a proactive step by the Costa Rican government to address labor rights concerns in international trade. The identified goods will be subject to increased scrutiny upon import to ensure compliance. This measure aims to align Costa Rica’s import policies with international labor standards.