The Obama administration has defaulted on its previous pledge to rush the Panama Trade Promotion Agreement through Congress, favoring a focus on health care legislation and leaving the Panama FTA in limbo, where it’s been since originally negotiated in 2006 under the Bush administration. The decision was announced by a U.S. Trade representative on May [...]
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The Panama Canal Expansion, which is set to double the capacity of the famous international shipping route, is underway and on time, according to the Panama Canal Authority (ACP). The estimated $5.25 billion project will entail the construction of two new locks with capacity for post-Panamax cargo ships (which can be up to a quarter [...]
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Panama’s 11th democratic presidential elections were held just over a month ago on May 3, 2009, declaring opposition party candidate Ricardo Martinelli the winner. Martinelli, of the Democratic Change party, beat out the government supported candidate Balbina Herrera and the Fatherland’s Moral Vanguard Party candidate and former Panamanian president Guillermo Endara with a 60% popular [...]
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Foreign embassies in Panama exist to facilitate international relationships as well as to assist their citizens with passport renewals, voter registration, income tax forms, reissuing of stolen passports, birth reports for citizens born abroad in Panama and with emergency services in the event of arrest, illness or death. They also do their part to keep [...]
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Planning your family vacation for the holiday season? Still haven’t found a vacation spot? Come check out all of the great family activities that Panama has to offer. Panama is a great vacation destination for a Christmas or New Year’s trip and space is booking quickly. Reserve your holiday trip by July the [...]
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Enjoy your vacation to Panama in the beautiful town of Pedasi. Casita Margarita is a brand new bed and breakfast on main street in Pedasi, just minutes away from some of the most beautiful beaches that Panama has to offer. Casita Margarita is currently running a special where they are offering a 5th night free [...]
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Fishing in Panama is about as good as it gets. The Tropic Star Lodge is one of the top deap sea fishing lodges in the world and is located in beautiful Pinas Bay. During the months of August and September the Tropic Star Lodge is guaranteeing that you will catch a marlin or your [...]
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Panama has become one of the top countries in the world for international investment due to the country’s tax friendly laws and high-class financial security and privacy. The government of Panama has established a plethora of incentive programs to attract foreign investors, and with its mostly virgin territory, an adventurous entrepreneur has numerous possibilities.
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Panama’s growing reputation of being a culinary destination does not come without merit. The international, metropolitan city offers delectable cuisine from all over the world that will not only satisfy the most discerning tastes but will also not put a major dent in the wallet.
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Jobs in Panama are as diverse as the country’s infinite eco-systems from Peace Corps to corporate banking. The most lucrative positions may be in real estate, banking and tourism, while internships and jobs at the beach offer the benefits of a unique cultural and language learning experience. As a foreigner, you may feel like you’ve [...]
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