Who is the head of state and government in Costa Rica?
Q: Who is the head of state and government in Costa Rica?
A: The President of Costa Rica is the head of state and government.
Q: How are Presidents elected in Costa Rica?
A: Presidents are elected in direct elections.
Q: How long does a President serve for?
A: A President serves for four years.
Q: Are Vice Presidents also elected at the same time as the President?
A: Yes, two Vice Presidents are also elected at the same time with the President.
Q: What does the President appoint?
A: The President appoints the Council of Ministers.
Q: Does the president have any military powers due to Costa Rica's abolition of its military in 1948?
A: No, due to Costa Rica's abolition of its military in 1948, the president does not have any Commander-in-chief powers.
Q: When did Costa Rica become an independent nation?
A: After 1838, when it was part of a Federal Republic of Central America, Costa Rica became an independent nation.
