Costa Rica Leads Americas in 2026 World Press Freedom Index

Costa Rica advanced to 18th place in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, released by Reporters Without Borders, solidifying its position as the freest country for journalists in Latin America despite a global decline in press freedom.

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Costa Rica Climbs in 2026 World Press Freedom Index to Lead the Americas

Costa Rica moved up one spot to 18th place in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index released Thursday by Reporters Without Borders, reaffirming its standing as the freest country for journalists in Latin America even as press freedom hits a 25-year low globally. The country posted a score of 12.08 in the new ranking, edging […] The post Costa Rica Climbs in 2026 World Press Freedom Index to Lead the Americas appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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