Key Highlights
- Laura Fernández won Costa Rica's presidential election with 48.3% of the vote.
- Her closest challenger, Álvaro Ramos, received 33.4% and conceded on election night.
- Fernández is a member of the Sovereign People’s Party and was endorsed by outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves.
- Her victory eliminates the need for a runoff, indicating strong support among voters.
- The election reflects a broader trend of conservative leadership gaining traction in Latin America.
