S&P ratifies “AA” rating of the BCIE with a stable outlook


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The risk rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P), ratified the long-term international rating of the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (BCIE) in “AA”; with a stable outlook. According to the rating agency, this ratification reflects the financial strength of the BCIE, based on a prudent administration of its balance sheet through conservative financial policies. […]

October 11, 2024

Panama Rejects Russian Influence in Central American Politics


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Panama, which will assume a seat as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council in January, lamented on Sunday the decision of the Central American Parliament (Parlacen) to approve a request to incorporate Russia as an observer. The Panamanian government “deeply regrets the untimely decision of the Central American Parliament to grant Permanent Observer […]

October 11, 2024

ATP and CANATURI join efforts to strengthen indigenous tourism in Panama


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The Panama Tourism Authority (ATP) met with the National Chamber of Indigenous Tourism (CANATURI) to promote indigenous tourism in the country, highlighting the importance of the inclusion of indigenous peoples in sustainable tourism development. At the meeting, strategies were addressed to increase the visibility of indigenous destinations and create products that reflect their traditions. The […]

October 11, 2024