news Al Jazeera 2026-10-15

Costa Rica opens mega-prison, signaling regional shift toward tough-on-crime policies

President Laura Fernandez's government has launched a new mega-prison, reflecting the growing adoption of the 'Bukele model' across Latin America.

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