
Mercedes Flores Badilla
Mercedes Flores Badilla has been appointed as the new Minister of Labor and Social Security in Costa Rica, following the resignation of Roy Thompson Chacón. With over 30 years of experience in public advisory, strategic management, and labor law, Flores holds a degree in Law and a master's degree in social security management. Her expertise encompasses institutional governance, regulatory development, and fostering social dialogue, making her a significant addition to the cabinet of President Laura Fernández Delgado.
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Mercedes Flores Badilla was appointed as the new head of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.
Gobierno nombra nueva ministra de Trabajo y anuncia salida de la viceministra Stephanie ChandlerLa Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·
Costa Rica· 2026-07-20


