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### Viewing cable 09SANJOSE283, Reaction: Vice-President Biden in Costa Rica

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09SANJOSE283 | 2009-04-06 17:05 | 2011-03-14 18:06 | UNCLASSIFIED | Embassy San Jose

Appears in these articles:
http://www.nacion.com/2011-03-12/Investigacion/NotasDestacadas/Investigacion2711772.aspx
http://www.nacion.com/2011-03-10/Investigacion/NotasDestacadas/Investigacion2707705.aspx
http://www.nacion.com/2011-03-10/Investigacion/NotasSecundarias/Investigacion2707712.aspx
http://www.nacion.com/2011-03-10/Investigacion/NotasSecundarias/Investigacion2707716.aspx

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    R 061746Z APR 09
    FM AMEMBASSY SAN JOSE
    TO SECSTATE WASHDC 0728

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    UNCLAS SAN JOSE 000283

    DEPT FOR WHA/PDA

    E.O. 12958: N/A
    TAGS: PAO KMDR KPAO PGOV ECON PREL SNAR EFIN CI
    SUBJECT: Reaction: Vice-President Biden in Costa Rica

    ¶1. Summary:  Vice President Joseph R. Biden traveled to Costa Rica
    March 29-30 to meet with Central American leaders following a trip
    to Chile where he attended a Progressive Governance Summit in Via
    del Mar.  There was an overwhelming interest in covering the
    Vice-Presidential trip to Costa Rica even before the official
    announcement was made on March 12, 2009.  In an editorial that
    appeared in leading daily, La Nacion, the overall positive tone of
    the media was captured indicating, "the Vice-President's presence in
    Costa Rica must be interpreted as part of a purpose that does not
    mean that we have to agree all the time, but that we have to develop
    a more horizontal and pragmatic nexus without losing track of the
    aspirations of development, democracy, security and peace."  To
    date, over seventy articles have appeared in the local daily papers
    and wires, in addition to numerous television reports that have
    appeared in national and international news programs.  End summary.

    Bilateral and Multilateral Expectations from a Media Perspective

    ¶2. When President Arias announced that he would be hosting a
    bilateral meeting between Costa Rica and the United States as well
    as a multilateral meeting between Central American leaders and
    Vice-President Biden on March 30, the media began analyzing the
    significance of the visit.  In an opinion article that appeared in
    daily, Al Dia, the Vice-President's visit to Costa Rica was
    described as symbolic in nature signifying that the visit could be
    indicative of a stronger alliance between Costa Rica and the United
    States.  Also noted was that Costa Rica stands alone in a swarm of
    populist, Bolivarian and leftists within the region.

    Local media made several references to the significance the Vice
    Presidential visit had in a regional context concluding that the
    trip could have a special meaning for the region's foreign policy.
    La Nacion published the Vice-President's OpEd, "A New Day for the
    Partnership of the America's" on March 27 which outlined the
    Vice-President's objective in his travels to Latin America. "I am
    traveling to Central and South America to consult with Latin
    American leaders gathered in Chile and Costa Rica about the Summit
    and the challenges faced by the people of the Americas.  These
    meetings are an important first step toward a new day in relations
    and building partnerships with and among the countries and people of
    the Hemisphere," said VP Biden.

    Vice President Biden's Arrival in Costa Rica

    ¶3. Vice President Biden and his wife Dr. Jill Biden arrived in Costa
    Rica at 4:07 p.m. on March 29. U.S. Ambassador Peter Cianchette and
    his family met the Vice-President at the airport.  In a written
    statement issued to the press upon his arrival, VP Biden
    highlighted, "Costa Rica and the United States not only have a
    strong partnership, but share a long-standing friendship with common
    values, including respect for democracy, state of law and human
    rights.  This visit is an opportunity to meet with the leaders of
    the region and to strengthen already existing ties between the
    United States and Central America."  Working with the White House
    Advance Team, the PAO and IO issued an arrival statement to the
    large media covering the arrival.

    Press Coverage at the Presidential Office

    ¶4. The Public Affairs Section at the Embassy worked closely with
    staff at the Ministry of Communications to coordinate media coverage
    that took place at the Presidential Office including a photo spray
    of President Oscar Arias greeting Vice-President Biden, an official
    photo of the Vice-President with Central American leaders and a 40
    minute press conference where over seventy journalists gathered from
    local, regional and international media outlets.

    VP Biden in Costa Rican Media Spotlight

    ¶5. Emphasizing the Obama Administration's "listening mode" and
    desire to strengthen relationships with the countries of Central
    America, Vice President Joseph Biden participated in a 40 minute
    press conference, following a meeting with Central American leaders
    that took place at the Presidential Office. After opening remarks by
    host and Costa Rican President Oscar Arias, VP Biden offered his own
    remarks, thanking the leaders for taking time out of busy schedules
    to come to the meeting, and emphasizing the White House interest in
    crafting policy with Central America, not for Central America.

    Journalists were asked to prepare five questions which covered
    topics related to multi-lateral relations between the US and Central
    American countries, the global financial crisis, diplomatic
    relations with Cuba, drug-trafficking and immigration.  All five
    questions were directed at VP Biden, who emphasized the importance
    of US interest in having a direct, face-to-face, transparent
    relationship with each President of the region.  Requesting patience
    and commitment by the assembled leaders, Biden reiterated the need
    to work together for common progress on economic and other issues.

    Dr. Biden Receives Rock Star Welcome with Costa Rican School
    Children

    ¶6. Dr. Jill Biden also received positive press coverage during her
    visit to local elementary school, Escuela Ciudadela de Pavas,
    located in one of the poorest neighborhoods of San Jose.  Local
    daily, Tico Times reported, "as her husband and U.S. Vice President
    Joe Biden spent the morning speaking with Central American heads of
    state, Jill Biden opted for third graders."  Emphasizing the
    importance of education and demonstrating the strength of ties
    between the United States and Costa Rica, Dr. Biden participated in
    an English class with third grade students.  An English teacher
    herself, Dr. Biden immediately engaged with the students, observing
    and commenting on their work.

    Wrap-up to a Successful VP Visit

    ¶7. Positive reports on the VP visit continue to be published by
    local media indicating that the visit was an overall success.  The
    Tico Times reports, "U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden made few
    promises, but did seem to win some hearts and minds, during a
    much-watched, two-stop trip to Latin America."

    ¶8. Comment: Public Affairs staff worked around the clock with the WH
    advance team in the lead up and during the visit to ensure that
    information was accurately and prominently communicated to the
    widest possible audience.  Utilizing new media,information about the
    visit was disseminated to the public on the Embassy website,
    Facebook page and through twitter.   Photos and links to all media
    coverage are available upon request.

    WILSON

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