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Gutierrez Set to Lead Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica

Washington (Sept. 26)—In advance of his business development mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica (Sept. 28-Oct. 2), U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez authored an opinion editorial in Diario Extra, Costa Rica’s daily newspaper. He wrote, “Democracies like ours with a history of political stability, social progress and a commitment to human rights will benefit the most from free trade and increased investment.” (Opinion Editorial)