@techreport{oai:ir.ide.go.jp:00037677, author = {Nabeshima, Kaoru and Ito, Tadashi and Tanaka, Kiyoyasu and Kashcheeva, Mila and Bullon, David and Sanchez, Natalia}, month = {Mar}, note = {application/pdf, IDP000500_001, Costa Rica has some concerns for the "middle income trap" stemming from her perceived weakening export competitiveness, intensifying competition in attracting FDI inflow; and apparent lack of innovation capabilities. Quantitative analyses on the impact of recent FTAs suggest only large firms benefit from FTAs suggesting the need for improving utilization by smaller firms. Continuing attraction of potential MNCs backed by human capital development is necessary. In pursuing its development goals, Costa Rica should be mindful of its reputation as an environmentally friendly place.}, title = {The source of sustainable growth in Costa Rica}, year = {2015} }