In the News from Panama
By Jeff Barton Panama’s recent decision to embrace a formal relationship with China will have far-ranging implications for the country’s economy, including the real estate market. Five years ago, Chinese home buyers were almost non-existent in Panama City, but that…
Read moreThe expansion of the Panama Canal made world headlines when it opened one year ago, and now officials have released the a report card on the new Canal’s initial performance. “The Expanded Panama Canal has continually set records and surpassed…
Read moreThe Panama government’s efforts to meet international financial standards received a boost this week from the Global Forum of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). After a “fast track” review of Panama’s financial structure and latest actions, the…
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A delegation from Panama led by President Juan Carlos Varela has finished up a busy visit to Washington D.C., where they were promoting the country’s economic and political interests. The trip included meetings between Varela and President Donald Trump. Discussions…
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