President Oscar Arias sanchez of Costa Rica

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Oscar Arias Sanchez was born on September 13, 1940, in Heredia, Costa Rica, a place known for its beautiful tropical forests, waterfalls and roaring rivers.

When Arias Sanchez was just seven years old, Costa Rica made the historic decision to be the first country in the world to abolish its standing army.

highest office in their respective countries.

Oscar Arias Sanchez was once again elected president of the republic in 2006.

1987, the former President Oscar Arias Sanchez was awarded the.

DR OSCAR ARIAS SANCHEZ is running for the presidency of Costa Rica again.

Oscar Arias Sanchez was a participant or observer in the following events: September 1986: Costa Rica Closes Contra Supply AirstripsEL('1626004942-52950','52950') Costa Rican President Oscar Arias Sanchez closes down the secret airstrip in his country used by the USs covert Contra supply operation (see November 19, 1985.

Oscar Arias Sanchez Oscar Arias Sanchez was born on September 14, 1981 in Herida, Costa Rica.

Figueres was elected to the presidency in 1972 and Oscar Arias Sanchez was appointed to Minister of National Planning and Political Economy.

Oscar Arias Sanchez was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in the same year.

Oscar Arias Sanchez has been elected to the presidency for two terms.

Oscar Arias Sanchez is an example of a man who works for the good of his neighbors and for his world.

Published by: Chelsea House PublicationsOscar Arias Sanchez was awarded the 1987 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the civil unrest raging in several Central American countries at that time.

Oscar Arias Sanchez was awarded the 1987 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the civil unrest raging in several Central American countries at that time.