OPIC's loan will allow a consortium led by HAS Development Corporation (HASDC) to complete the renovation of the Juan Santamaría International Airport outside San Jose.

The project includes a terminal extension for immigration and customs procedures, waiting rooms and additional parking in remote areas.

Source: Overseas Private Investment Corporation -OPIC

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