Panama

Country Panama
Capital Panama City
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency Balboa(PAB) & United States dollar(USD)
Languages Spanish

Panama City

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Explored and settled by the Spanish in the 16th century, Panama broke with Spain in 1821 and joined a union of Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela - named the Republic of Gran Colombia. When the latter dissolved in 1830, Panama remained part of Colombia. With US backing, Panama seceded from Colombia in 1903 and promptly signed a treaty with the US allowing for the construction of a canal and US sovereignty over a strip of land on either side of the structure (the Panama Canal Zone). The Panama Canal was built by the US Army Corps of Engineers between 1904 and 1914. In 1977, an agreement was signed for the complete transfer of the Canal from the US to Panama by the end of the century. Certain portions of the Zone and increasing responsibility over the Canal were turned over in the subsequent decades. With US help, dictator Manuel NORIEGA was deposed in 1989. The entire Panama Canal, the area supporting the Canal, and remaining US military bases were transferred to Panama by the end of 1999. In October 2006, Panamanians approved an ambitious plan (estimated to cost $5.3 billion) to expand the Canal. The project, which began in 2007 and could double the Canal's capacity, is expected to be completed in 2014-15.

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Panama - CIA World Fact Book
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Panama in China-US Strategic Competition - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazinePanama in China-US Strategic Competition  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

DREF Operational Update (MDRPA021): Panama River pollution - ReliefWebDREF Operational Update (MDRPA021): Panama River pollution  ReliefWeb

Panama's Viral "Venom-Like Meteorite" Video Debunked: Here's The Truth - NDTVPanama's Viral "Venom-Like Meteorite" Video Debunked: Here's The Truth  NDTV

US tariffs to keep Panama Canal transits below capacity in 2026: ACP - S&P GlobalUS tariffs to keep Panama Canal transits below capacity in 2026: ACP  S&P Global

Panama Canal maps out $8bn investment plan over next decade - Seatrade Maritime NewsPanama Canal maps out $8bn investment plan over next decade  Seatrade Maritime News

For the First Time in 40 Years, Panama’s Ocean Lifeline Has Vanished - SciTechDailyFor the First Time in 40 Years, Panama’s Ocean Lifeline Has Vanished  SciTechDaily

Inside the Panama Canal's mega-project plan to engineer its way through severe droughts of the future - CNBCInside the Panama Canal's mega-project plan to engineer its way through severe droughts of the future  CNBC

Turned away at US border, Venezuelans languish in Panamanian ‘purgatory’ - The GuardianTurned away at US border, Venezuelans languish in Panamanian ‘purgatory’  The Guardian

INC ransom group claimed the breach of Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance - Security AffairsINC ransom group claimed the breach of Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance  Security Affairs

Panama’s ocean lifeline vanishes for the first time in 40 years - ScienceDailyPanama’s ocean lifeline vanishes for the first time in 40 years  ScienceDaily

Construction of Panama Canal's LPG pipeline may start in 2027, administrator says - ReutersConstruction of Panama Canal's LPG pipeline may start in 2027, administrator says  Reuters

Panama Canal starts process to select firm to build, operate pipeline - TradingViewPanama Canal starts process to select firm to build, operate pipeline  TradingView

Alien in Panama? Man claims meteorite ‘transformed’ into sticky, smelly creature like Marvel's Venom - The Economic TimesAlien in Panama? Man claims meteorite ‘transformed’ into sticky, smelly creature like Marvel's Venom  The Economic Times

?? Gallery: Orlando Pride go international with trip to Panama - Orlando City?? Gallery: Orlando Pride go international with trip to Panama  Orlando City

X-Press Feeders launches new Panama–Central America service - Container NewsX-Press Feeders launches new Panama–Central America service  Container News

New slot system from Panama Canal rewards low-emission ships - safety4seaNew slot system from Panama Canal rewards low-emission ships  safety4sea

CREEPY alien or potato? Panamanian man shows off mysterious mutating 'living meteorite' that is growing tentacles - WIONCREEPY alien or potato? Panamanian man shows off mysterious mutating 'living meteorite' that is growing tentacles  WION

All systems go for Panama Canal’s prirority passage program for dual-fuel vessels - Offshore EnergyAll systems go for Panama Canal’s prirority passage program for dual-fuel vessels  Offshore Energy

Panama Canal to begin LPG pipeline construction in 2027 - Investing.comPanama Canal to begin LPG pipeline construction in 2027  Investing.com

Panama Canal carves out weekly slot for dual-fuel pioneers - Splash247Panama Canal carves out weekly slot for dual-fuel pioneers  Splash247

Panama Canal starts process to select firm to hold concession of LPG pipeline - TradingViewPanama Canal starts process to select firm to hold concession of LPG pipeline  TradingView

Viral TikTok video from Panama shows alleged meteorite with ‘Alien Life’ – Discovery or Hoax? - The Economic TimesViral TikTok video from Panama shows alleged meteorite with ‘Alien Life’ – Discovery or Hoax?  The Economic Times

Northeastern engineering students examine the role of fluid mechanics firsthand at the Panama Canal - Northeastern Global NewsNortheastern engineering students examine the role of fluid mechanics firsthand at the Panama Canal  Northeastern Global News

Panama Canal Pursues Projects to Diversify and Sustain Operations - The Maritime ExecutivePanama Canal Pursues Projects to Diversify and Sustain Operations  The Maritime Executive

2025 News items - Panama formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Panama formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

“We Gatherin’” Bridges Bajan-Panamanian Ties. - The St Kitts Nevis Observer“We Gatherin’” Bridges Bajan-Panamanian Ties.  The St Kitts Nevis Observer

Alleged Meteorite with Alien Life Found in Panama Shakes Social Media - Colombia OneAlleged Meteorite with Alien Life Found in Panama Shakes Social Media  Colombia One

Vietnam, Panama governments suffer incidents leaking citizen data - The Record from Recorded Future NewsVietnam, Panama governments suffer incidents leaking citizen data  The Record from Recorded Future News

What’s Up With That Tentacled Alien Growing From a Meteorite in Panama? - VICEWhat’s Up With That Tentacled Alien Growing From a Meteorite in Panama?  VICE

Panama Starts Talks on Gas Pipeline Linking U.S. and Asia - The Tico TimesPanama Starts Talks on Gas Pipeline Linking U.S. and Asia  The Tico Times

Panama Canal advances interoceanic energy corridor plan - Port TechnologyPanama Canal advances interoceanic energy corridor plan  Port Technology

News Forwarders welcome Panama Canal's NetZero slot plan to reward dual-fuel fleets - The LoadstarNews Forwarders welcome Panama Canal's NetZero slot plan to reward dual-fuel fleets  The Loadstar

Panama Canal forecasts drop in daily transits in 2026 - WorldCargo NewsPanama Canal forecasts drop in daily transits in 2026  WorldCargo News

Announcing canal revamp, Panama dodges questions about Chinese ownership - South China Morning PostAnnouncing canal revamp, Panama dodges questions about Chinese ownership  South China Morning Post

Redditor Debunks Viral Panama Alien Meteorite TikTok Hoax - Colombia OneRedditor Debunks Viral Panama Alien Meteorite TikTok Hoax  Colombia One

Back to the colony: Panama is losing its sovereignty with the return of US troops - Peoples DispatchBack to the colony: Panama is losing its sovereignty with the return of US troops  Peoples Dispatch

Panama Canal to offer flexible transit slots for dual-fuel vessels - Seatrade Maritime NewsPanama Canal to offer flexible transit slots for dual-fuel vessels  Seatrade Maritime News

U.S. targets China's grip on global ports in sweeping maritime mission - ReutersU.S. targets China's grip on global ports in sweeping maritime mission  Reuters

The Panamanian Right’s Dirty Alliance - Progressive InternationalThe Panamanian Right’s Dirty Alliance  Progressive International

A steady ocean pattern just failed for the first time ever observed - USA TodayA steady ocean pattern just failed for the first time ever observed  USA Today

New fish migrations into the Panama Canal increase likelihood of interoceanic invasions in the Americas - ScienceDirect.comNew fish migrations into the Panama Canal increase likelihood of interoceanic invasions in the Americas  ScienceDirect.com

Large water main break in Panama City Beach - WJHGLarge water main break in Panama City Beach  WJHG

U20 World Cup - Group B: Preview, squad and schedule for Panama - Foot AfricaU20 World Cup - Group B: Preview, squad and schedule for Panama  Foot Africa

Proposed Panama energy corridor forecast to require 600MW - BNamericasProposed Panama energy corridor forecast to require 600MW  BNamericas

Panama Canal Says Tariffs, Trade Volatility to Keep Transits Below Pre-Drought Levels - Sourcing JournalPanama Canal Says Tariffs, Trade Volatility to Keep Transits Below Pre-Drought Levels  Sourcing Journal

Panama man’s claims of ‘alien life’ on meteorite spark internet debate - Straight Arrow News - SAN - Unbiased. Straight Facts.Panama man’s claims of ‘alien life’ on meteorite spark internet debate  Straight Arrow News - SAN - Unbiased. Straight Facts.

Carolina’s Renée Alexander Craft helps bring Panama-U.S. art exchange to Atlanta - The University of North Carolina at Chapel HillCarolina’s Renée Alexander Craft helps bring Panama-U.S. art exchange to Atlanta  The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Panama Canal’s Net-Zero Slot Reservation Set for October Launch - Sourcing JournalPanama Canal’s Net-Zero Slot Reservation Set for October Launch  Sourcing Journal

Panama must improve the quality of jobs and strengthen human capital to reduce poverty and inequality - World BankPanama must improve the quality of jobs and strengthen human capital to reduce poverty and inequality  World Bank

U.S. delivers more than 165,000 pounds of food to Panama under the Denton humanitarian delivery program - U.S. Embassy in Panama (.gov)U.S. delivers more than 165,000 pounds of food to Panama under the Denton humanitarian delivery program  U.S. Embassy in Panama (.gov)

Local communities vow to fight new Panama Canal reservoir - Al JazeeraLocal communities vow to fight new Panama Canal reservoir  Al Jazeera

Colombia, Panama, Mexico and Costa Rica Lead the Way in Transformative Health and Wellness Travel with Medical Tourism Packages: You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldColombia, Panama, Mexico and Costa Rica Lead the Way in Transformative Health and Wellness Travel with Medical Tourism Packages: You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Spatiotemporal distribution of salinity in Gatun Lake and the Panama Canal pre- and post-expansion - ScienceDirect.comSpatiotemporal distribution of salinity in Gatun Lake and the Panama Canal pre- and post-expansion  ScienceDirect.com

US tariffs to keep Panama Canal transits below capacity in 2026: ACP - Journal of CommerceUS tariffs to keep Panama Canal transits below capacity in 2026: ACP  Journal of Commerce

Panama to Acquire the Super Tucano as New Platform for National Air and Naval Service - Aviation ProsPanama to Acquire the Super Tucano as New Platform for National Air and Naval Service  Aviation Pros

The US-China tug of war over Panama | Mapped Out - DredgeWireThe US-China tug of war over Panama | Mapped Out  DredgeWire

APM Terminals Acquires Panama Canal Railway Company - APM TerminalsAPM Terminals Acquires Panama Canal Railway Company  APM Terminals

Mexico railway aims to be Panama Canal alternative for Asia trade - Nikkei AsiaMexico railway aims to be Panama Canal alternative for Asia trade  Nikkei Asia

News - AMISTAD 2025 launches final iteration in Panamá - DVIDSNews - AMISTAD 2025 launches final iteration in Panamá  DVIDS

Panama files lawsuits against owner of ports at centre of US-China struggle - The GuardianPanama files lawsuits against owner of ports at centre of US-China struggle  The Guardian

Panama travel - Lonely PlanetPanama travel  Lonely Planet

The strange 'creature' that appeared after a 'meteorite fell in Panama' and went viral: compared to 'Venom' - MARCAThe strange 'creature' that appeared after a 'meteorite fell in Panama' and went viral: compared to 'Venom'  MARCA

Trump threatens to seize Panama Canal, chief defiant - Al JazeeraTrump threatens to seize Panama Canal, chief defiant  Al Jazeera

Panama: Selected Issues - International Monetary FundPanama: Selected Issues  International Monetary Fund

NRC in Panama - nrc.noNRC in Panama  nrc.no

IAEA Director General Visits Panama to Strengthen Cooperation through Rays of Hope and Atoms4Food - IAEAIAEA Director General Visits Panama to Strengthen Cooperation through Rays of Hope and Atoms4Food  IAEA

Destination Panama City considers future of mall site - WJHGDestination Panama City considers future of mall site  WJHG

Maersk Opens Panama Pacifico Logistics Centre as a Gateway to Latin America - MaerskMaersk Opens Panama Pacifico Logistics Centre as a Gateway to Latin America  Maersk

Panama City man arrested on 4 counts of showing minors obscene materials - yahoo.comPanama City man arrested on 4 counts of showing minors obscene materials  yahoo.com

Panama Canal Unveils Decade Roadmap of Transformation - maritimeprofessional.comPanama Canal Unveils Decade Roadmap of Transformation  maritimeprofessional.com

Study abroad Panama takes students off the grid - Virginia Tech NewsStudy abroad Panama takes students off the grid  Virginia Tech News

Passengers Stranded as Avianca Faces Travel Disruptions with 10 Cancellations Across Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, at El Dorado, Ernesto Cortissoz, Juan Santamaria, Tocumen and More Airports - Travel And Tour WorldPassengers Stranded as Avianca Faces Travel Disruptions with 10 Cancellations Across Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, at El Dorado, Ernesto Cortissoz, Juan Santamaria, Tocumen and More Airports  Travel And Tour World

Panama withdraws from BRI: Why China is hinting at US role - The Indian ExpressPanama withdraws from BRI: Why China is hinting at US role  The Indian Express

Chiquita to return to Panama with $30 million investment and 5,000 jobs - ReutersChiquita to return to Panama with $30 million investment and 5,000 jobs  Reuters

The Panama Canal’s other conflict: Water security for the population and the global economy - The ConversationThe Panama Canal’s other conflict: Water security for the population and the global economy  The Conversation

Popular Panamanian Spot Opens First U.S. Location in Doral - Miami New TimesPopular Panamanian Spot Opens First U.S. Location in Doral  Miami New Times

Bay County Fall entertainment continues. Next up: 'Backstage Pass' concert series begins. - Panama City News HeraldBay County Fall entertainment continues. Next up: 'Backstage Pass' concert series begins.  Panama City News Herald

Panama Canal launches NetZero Slot to boost green shipping - Container NewsPanama Canal launches NetZero Slot to boost green shipping  Container News

Alstom signs contract with Panama Metro for Maintenance of Line 1 - AlstomAlstom signs contract with Panama Metro for Maintenance of Line 1  Alstom

Panama Canal to launch tender for construction, operation of two ports, source says - ReutersPanama Canal to launch tender for construction, operation of two ports, source says  Reuters

Panama’s government pushes back against Trump-backed BlackRock acquisition of Panama Canal ports - Trade Finance GlobalPanama’s government pushes back against Trump-backed BlackRock acquisition of Panama Canal ports  Trade Finance Global

Still Summer in Orlando: Pride "excited" after dominant win in Panama - Orlando CityStill Summer in Orlando: Pride "excited" after dominant win in Panama  Orlando City

Audit finds Hong Kong company breached Panama Canal ports contract - Al JazeeraAudit finds Hong Kong company breached Panama Canal ports contract  Al Jazeera

Orlando Pride Starting XI: How the Pride will line up as they take on Chorrillo FC in Panama City - Orlando CityOrlando Pride Starting XI: How the Pride will line up as they take on Chorrillo FC in Panama City  Orlando City

Pentagon considering military options for Panama Canal access: Report - Al JazeeraPentagon considering military options for Panama Canal access: Report  Al Jazeera

“Nobody Cared, Nobody Listened”: The US Expulsion of Third-Country Nationals to Panama - Human Rights Watch“Nobody Cared, Nobody Listened”: The US Expulsion of Third-Country Nationals to Panama  Human Rights Watch

Panama City Mall site study explores potential for event center - mypanhandle.comPanama City Mall site study explores potential for event center  mypanhandle.com

Large crowd turns out for Bay County's Charlie Kirk tribute followed by Hathaway march - Panama City News HeraldLarge crowd turns out for Bay County's Charlie Kirk tribute followed by Hathaway march  Panama City News Herald

Great-power competition in the Panama Canal - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesGreat-power competition in the Panama Canal  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

CONCACAF W Champions Cup | Know Your Opponent | Chorrillo FC - Orlando CityCONCACAF W Champions Cup | Know Your Opponent | Chorrillo FC  Orlando City

Destination Panama City considers future of mall site - WJHGDestination Panama City considers future of mall site  WJHG

Panama declares emergency over banana region unrest - BBCPanama declares emergency over banana region unrest  BBC

Large water main break in Panama City Beach - WJHGLarge water main break in Panama City Beach  WJHG

More and better jobs for Panama - World BankMore and better jobs for Panama  World Bank

Panama opposition party accuses US of ‘camouflaged invasion’ - The GuardianPanama opposition party accuses US of ‘camouflaged invasion’  The Guardian

Credit union making its move into Panama City Beach. Here's what we know: - Panama City News HeraldCredit union making its move into Panama City Beach. Here's what we know:  Panama City News Herald

Panama City Commission tentatively votes to keep property tax rates the same in 2026 - Panama City News HeraldPanama City Commission tentatively votes to keep property tax rates the same in 2026  Panama City News Herald

Panama Canal Plans Sale of New Ports to Bring in Competition Ahead of BlackRock Deal - The Wall Street JournalPanama Canal Plans Sale of New Ports to Bring in Competition Ahead of BlackRock Deal  The Wall Street Journal

The Mulino Doctrine: How Panama Is Redefining Small State Strategy - CSIS | Center for Strategic and International StudiesThe Mulino Doctrine: How Panama Is Redefining Small State Strategy  CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

There's a mysterious animal in the tropical forests of Panama that waves at predators – in a very scary way - BBC Wildlife MagazineThere's a mysterious animal in the tropical forests of Panama that waves at predators – in a very scary way  BBC Wildlife Magazine