美关税影响哥斯达黎加咖啡出口 当地企业开拓其他海外市场

Group 1 - Costa Rica produces high-quality coffee, with approximately 85% of its production intended for export, historically with the United States as the largest export destination [1] - Starting from August 7, the U.S. imposed a 15% tariff on Costa Rican coffee, which has raised concerns in the local coffee industry [1][3] - The Tarrazú Valley, known as the "golden coffee region" of Costa Rica, contributes about one-third of the country's total coffee exports [1] Group 2 - The Tarrazú Coffee Cooperative, which includes nearly 5,000 coffee farmers and producers, manages the entire process from harvesting to export [3] - The cooperative has stated that the increase in tariffs from zero to 15% will severely impact exports to the U.S., prompting efforts to diversify into European and Asian markets [3][5] - The cooperative's representative emphasized the need to seek new markets, indicating a shift in focus beyond the U.S. market [5] Group 3 - In 2024, 46% of Costa Rica's products are expected to be exported to the U.S., and the new tariffs could affect production and employment across various sectors [7] - Costa Rica primarily exports medical devices, bananas, pineapples, coffee, cassava, and other food products, and the tariffs may diminish the country's export competitiveness [8]