Who is Pfizer, what are they doing in Costa Rica? Pfizer is one of the worlds leading transnational biopharmaceutical companies. Their slogan is “We’re in relentless pursuit of scientific breakthroughs and revolutionary medicines that will create a healthier world for everyone”. Pfizer says their goal in being a multinational company is to establish a global …
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Spanish Colonization of Peru
Material Basis of Spanish colonization: The Incan empire was one of wealth and power, when Spanish conquistadors arrived in 1532 and began the process of overthrowing and acquiring the dynasty, they were able to thrive off the massive wealth and infrastructure that existed from the Inea (or Incan I have seen both) people. The empire was …
The Economy of the Osa Peninsula: Five Commodities
Cacao When researching cacao on the Osa Peninsula, multiple plantations came up. Cacao is an important community in the local agriculture economy of the Osa Peninsula. It is the main economic crop of Finca Kobo. Once grown and harvested, cacao fruit has to be fermented, dried, and then the beans are roasted before being turned …
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