Thursday, October 15, 2026

Costa Rica Promotes Semiconductor Capabilities

Costa Rica semiconductor investment strategy is showcased by PROCOMER at SEMICON West 2026 through talent development and supplier services.

Practical Commerce Chamber Newsroom
Trade-show booth with Costa Rica manufacturing display, chairs, tables, and attendees.
Trade-show booth with Costa Rica manufacturing display, chairs, tables, and attendees. Photo: PROCOMER

The Trade and Investment Promotion Agency of Costa Rica, PROCOMER, represented the country at SEMICON West 2026, where Costa Rica’s booth highlighted its semiconductor capabilities. The delegation included PROCOMER and eight companies from Costa Rica’s business ecosystem. SEMICON West brought together more than 35,000 attendees and approximately 850 exhibitors. Costa Rica promoted its capabilities in semiconductor design, assembly, testing and advanced packaging.

Talent Development Plans

PROCOMER delivered “The Talent Strategy: How Costa Rica Is Driving Growth in the Semiconductor Industry” as part of the event’s official program. Carolina Sánchez, Director of PROCOMER’s Investment Promotion Office in Silicon Valley, discussed training incentives, internship programs and partnerships with Arizona State University and Purdue University.

Mónica Umaña, Foreign Direct Investment Attraction Manager at PROCOMER, said:

“In an industry with long investment cycles and highly specialized decision-making, trust and a sustained presence are essential. Since 2024, SEMICON West has given us the opportunity to engage directly with global industry players and demonstrate, year after year, that Costa Rica can meet their needs with skilled talent, technical capabilities and a strong ecosystem. This year, in addition to showcasing the country's capabilities and business climate, we are highlighting how we are developing the talent this industry needs to keep growing,”

Supplier Support Services

The eight companies in Costa Rica’s delegation are listed in PROCOMER’s FDI Supplier Directory. They provide legal and tax advisory, real estate and banking services, along with other support for international companies establishing and growing operations in Costa Rica.

Building Industry Relationships

PROCOMER is continuing work begun at SEMICON West 2024 to strengthen relationships with industry leaders, identify foreign direct investment opportunities and demonstrate Costa Rica’s talent, suppliers and business climate.

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