The Panamanian National Border Service (SENAFRONT, in Spanish) and the Armed Forces of Colombia updated and evaluated their security operations in the fight against organized crime. The XV Panama-Colombia Regional Border Commanders Meeting took place April 23-26, 2019, in Panama City. “This cooperation strengthens our capabilities to counter organized crime with a common approach, a […]
Panama is so much more than the canal. From a downtown area of glittering high-rises — virtually all new since the country regained control of the famous waterway in 1999 — to beautiful rainforest just 20 minutes outside the city limits, there’s a lot to explore here, whether over a long weekend or on an […]
The government informed that in San Miguelilto it is projected to invest $39 million in the implementation of a digital free trade zone, which is expected to install computer technology companies and centers of higher and technical studies. Authorities of the Ministry of Commerce and Industries (Mici) said that in a first stage, the private […]
The signed association agreement “guarantees Central American countries that with the departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union, there will be no legal vacuum and trade relations with that country will be interrupted and tariff preferences will be maintained, with all legal guarantees for Central American exporters to the United Kingdom.” The government […]
More than a century ago, the opening of the Panama Canal revolutionized international trade by making it much quicker and easier to travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. But, write Stephan Maurer and Ferdinand Rauch, the canal’s opening also had a significant impact on the economic geography of the US. By examining county level […]
In what could be ground zero in the new trade cold war between the United States and China, the new president of Panama, Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo is looking out for the interests of his nation. While the U.S. footprint is still present all over Panama, it appears to be eroding while Chinese influence is increasing. […]
Nice fish Chicho! Wanna sit on the beach, snorkel on some coral reefs, island hop, go whale watching or maybe catch a fish of your lifetime? Then come to Panama. We can do that and much more here on the Pacific Ocean. My friend Shane Jarvis is perhaps one of the best captains in Panama […]
The Panamanian Mariano Rivera enters the Hall of Fame! Switch Off and Visit Panama to celebrate with us this historic moment and enjoy the cultural melting pot at the Regional Hub of the Americas. Get a direct flight to the heart of the Universe that emerged from the sea three million years ago! Win the […]
As I post this article, a tear of pride comes to my eye and once again the country of my birth stands out from the crowd! As he reached the final stages of his induction speech, Mariano Rivera’s voice rose a few octaves and his pace grew quicker. He was in his element, delivering most […]
My friend Sandra Cripe sent me a manuscript of their journey into the Darien Jungle to scratch off another bucket list item in Panama – See a Harpy Eagle, the largest most powerful eagle in the Americas, standing 3 feet tall and up to a 7 foot wing span. It is the strongest bird of […]