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    07 Jul 2026Meetings and Conferences

    India and Costa Rica hold the First Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) Meeting

    In Short এক নজরে

    The News in Brief:

    India and Costa Rica held the first Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) meeting virtually on 6–7 July 2026. Both countries reviewed bilateral trade, which reached USD 391 million, and agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, MSMEs, pharmaceuticals, information technology, agriculture, and tourism.

    Place and Time:

    Virtual Meeting; 6–7 July 2026. The meeting was co-chaired by Vimal Anand, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce (India), and Adriana Castro, General Director of Foreign Trade (Costa Rica).

    Why this is important:

    JETCO provides an institutional platform to strengthen economic relations, promote investment, address trade issues, and identify new areas of cooperation. It is expected to boost India's engagement with Central America and expand bilateral business opportunities.

    Main Points to Remember:

    • Event: First India–Costa Rica Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) Meeting
    • Mode: Virtual
    • Dates: 6–7 July 2026
    • Bilateral Trade: USD 391 million
    • Focus Areas: Trade, investment, MSMEs, pharmaceuticals, IT, agriculture, tourism, and business cooperation
    • Significance: Strengthens India–Costa Rica economic partnership through a structured trade dialogue.