Andrés Valenciano

Andrés Valenciano is a Costa Rican politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Trade. He was notable for his role in establishing and maintaining diplomatic and trade relations with China, particularly after Costa Rica recognized the People's Republic of China in 2007. Valenciano's tenure included efforts to navigate the complexities of Costa Rica's relationship with both China and Taiwan, amidst ongoing economic and political dialogues. His leadership was characterized by a focus on expanding Costa Rica's trade portfolio in Asia, although his time in office was marked by the challenges of balancing these relationships.