Chinese President Xi Jinping extended formal congratulations to Laura Fernandez on Thursday following her election as Costa Rica's president, marking a renewed commitment to bilateral cooperation. In his message dated February 5, 2026, Xi emphasized the "steady development of China-Costa Rica relations" since diplomatic ties were established in 2007.
The Chinese leader highlighted opportunities for collaboration in green energy, digital economy initiatives, and Belt and Road infrastructure projects. Fernandez, who will assume office in May 2026, responded by affirming Costa Rica's dedication to strengthening cross-Pacific partnerships and addressing climate challenges through multilateral frameworks.
This diplomatic exchange occurs as Costa Rica solidifies its role in Central American economic integration efforts, with analysts noting increased interest in Asian supply chain diversification strategies among regional governments.
