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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Ancestral Recipes for the Future: Listening to the Wisdom of Embera communities in the Darién, Panama - United Nations Development ProgrammeAncestral Recipes for the Future: Listening to the Wisdom of Embera communities in the Darién, Panama  United Nations Development Programme

Why the US and China are watching Panama closely - LinkedInWhy the US and China are watching Panama closely  LinkedIn

Panama Canal rebounds as container and LPG volumes rise - Splash247Panama Canal rebounds as container and LPG volumes rise  Splash247

Panama Canal reports increase in transits despite dry season - Safety4SeaPanama Canal reports increase in transits despite dry season  Safety4Sea

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

Panama Canal has plenty of water but transits still below pre-drought levels - Lloyd's ListPanama Canal has plenty of water but transits still below pre-drought levels  Lloyd's List

Panama launches renewable energy supply call - BNamericasPanama launches renewable energy supply call  BNamericas

Panama’s revolutionary youth are confronting imperialism and dictatorship - mronline.orgPanama’s revolutionary youth are confronting imperialism and dictatorship  mronline.org

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

Inside Panama’s gamble to save the Darién - MongabayInside Panama’s gamble to save the Darién  Mongabay

Repression of protests continues in Panama - Peoples DispatchRepression of protests continues in Panama  Peoples Dispatch

Panama Canal restores full draft amid global trade shifts - Port TechnologyPanama Canal restores full draft amid global trade shifts  Port Technology

I moved from Atlanta to Panama with my 97-year-old mother. Healthcare is excellent here, and we can afford a larger home. - Business InsiderI moved from Atlanta to Panama with my 97-year-old mother. Healthcare is excellent here, and we can afford a larger home.  Business Insider

Panama ends incentives for homeporting cruise ships - Seatrade Cruise NewsPanama ends incentives for homeporting cruise ships  Seatrade Cruise News

Australia 3-2 Panama: international women’s football friendly – as it happened - The GuardianAustralia 3-2 Panama: international women’s football friendly – as it happened  The Guardian

Panama Canal reservation system adds revenue as authority slashes debt by $2bn - Tradewinds NewsPanama Canal reservation system adds revenue as authority slashes debt by $2bn  Tradewinds News

Australia Women vs Panama Women, International Friendlies (Women), Round 1, 8th Jul 2025 - MatildasAustralia Women vs Panama Women, International Friendlies (Women), Round 1, 8th Jul 2025  Matildas

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

Panama: Empowering Indigenous Women through a Better Protection and Marketing of Handicrafts - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationPanama: Empowering Indigenous Women through a Better Protection and Marketing of Handicrafts  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

Panama disease | Description, Symptoms, & Control - BritannicaPanama disease | Description, Symptoms, & Control  Britannica

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

Panama temporarily suspends some constitutional guarantees in protest-rocked province - ReutersPanama temporarily suspends some constitutional guarantees in protest-rocked province  Reuters

Panama Canal highlights expansion of logistics services - Seatrade MaritimePanama Canal highlights expansion of logistics services  Seatrade Maritime

Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton holds Change of Command Ceremony in Panama City - United States Coast Guard News (.mil)Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton holds Change of Command Ceremony in Panama City  United States Coast Guard News (.mil)

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

Panama declares emergency in western province after deadly pension protests - Al JazeeraPanama declares emergency in western province after deadly pension protests  Al Jazeera

FSU Panama City Collegiate High School receives A grade from the state - Panama City News HeraldFSU Panama City Collegiate High School receives A grade from the state  Panama City News Herald

Panama declares emergency in banana-growing region - DWPanama declares emergency in banana-growing region  DW

Latin American Tyre Expo keynote talks AI impact - Tire BusinessLatin American Tyre Expo keynote talks AI impact  Tire Business

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

Australia v Panama Game 2 | Quick Highlights | International Friendly 2025 - MatildasAustralia v Panama Game 2 | Quick Highlights | International Friendly 2025  Matildas

Panama travel - Lonely PlanetPanama travel  Lonely Planet

Panama urges Chiquita's return after shutdown - FreshPlazaPanama urges Chiquita's return after shutdown  FreshPlaza

Panama Canal: A Coveted Space at the Heart of the US-China Rivalry - IRIS - Institut de relations internationales et stratégiquesPanama Canal: A Coveted Space at the Heart of the US-China Rivalry  IRIS - Institut de relations internationales et stratégiques

Operation Just Cause | Summary, Panama, Casualties, & Rock Music - BritannicaOperation Just Cause | Summary, Panama, Casualties, & Rock Music  Britannica

US military ordered to explore ways to secure access to Panama Canal: Report - MintUS military ordered to explore ways to secure access to Panama Canal: Report  Mint

Panama Canal Authority Reports Strong Economic Health and a Vibrant Future During its Q3 Market Call - Autoridad del Canal de PanamáPanama Canal Authority Reports Strong Economic Health and a Vibrant Future During its Q3 Market Call  Autoridad del Canal de Panamá

Panama’s President Pushes for Chiquita’s Return After Massive Layoffs - The Tico TimesPanama’s President Pushes for Chiquita’s Return After Massive Layoffs  The Tico Times

Panama’s Barmore makes EA Sports College Football 26 debut, will do the same at Arizona - observertoday.comPanama’s Barmore makes EA Sports College Football 26 debut, will do the same at Arizona  observertoday.com

Panama suspends constitutional protections in the northwest after destructive protests - AP NewsPanama suspends constitutional protections in the northwest after destructive protests  AP News

Panama Canal's Resurgence: A Strategic Haven in Global Shipping's New Era - AInvestPanama Canal's Resurgence: A Strategic Haven in Global Shipping's New Era  AInvest

Central America roundup: Panama hospital, Honduras construction activity, Guatemala airport plan - BNamericasCentral America roundup: Panama hospital, Honduras construction activity, Guatemala airport plan  BNamericas

Huawei Out, Washington In: Panama’s 5G Reset - The China-Global South ProjectHuawei Out, Washington In: Panama’s 5G Reset  The China-Global South Project

Panama Canal transits rebound as container and LPG volumes rise - Chamber of ShippingPanama Canal transits rebound as container and LPG volumes rise  Chamber of Shipping

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

Matildas coach laments 'technical errors' in last-gasp win over Panama - Australian Broadcasting CorporationMatildas coach laments 'technical errors' in last-gasp win over Panama  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

How to Watch: CommBank Matildas v Panama | Tuesday 8th July - MatildasHow to Watch: CommBank Matildas v Panama | Tuesday 8th July  Matildas

Panama City Beach pedestrian in critical condition following hit and run on Allison Avenue - Panama City News HeraldPanama City Beach pedestrian in critical condition following hit and run on Allison Avenue  Panama City News Herald

Suez and Panama Canal disruptions threaten global trade and development - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Suez and Panama Canal disruptions threaten global trade and development  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

In Panama, Shashi Tharoor's ‘no doubt’ warning to Pakistan, terrorists; clears India's stance - Hindustan TimesIn Panama, Shashi Tharoor's ‘no doubt’ warning to Pakistan, terrorists; clears India's stance  Hindustan Times

Panama says has regained 'control' of restive province after months of protests - France 24Panama says has regained 'control' of restive province after months of protests  France 24

Panama risks boiling over as Donald Trump’s threats supercharge protests - Financial TimesPanama risks boiling over as Donald Trump’s threats supercharge protests  Financial Times

Panama Canal reports strong economic health and a vibrant future during its Q3 market call - American Journal of TransportationPanama Canal reports strong economic health and a vibrant future during its Q3 market call  American Journal of Transportation

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

Australia Women vs Panama Women, International Friendlies (Women), Round 1, 5th Jul 2025 - MatildasAustralia Women vs Panama Women, International Friendlies (Women), Round 1, 5th Jul 2025  Matildas

«Window of opportunity» and external pressure reignite Panama Canal’s diversification strategy - SNIP Noticias«Window of opportunity» and external pressure reignite Panama Canal’s diversification strategy  SNIP Noticias

GOAL: Michelle Heyman ties things up | Australia v Panama Game 2 | International Friendly 2025 - MatildasGOAL: Michelle Heyman ties things up | Australia v Panama Game 2 | International Friendly 2025  Matildas

Panama declares state of emergency over deadly pension protests - France 24Panama declares state of emergency over deadly pension protests  France 24

Matildas stunned by physical Panama in first defeat of Joe Montemurro era - The GuardianMatildas stunned by physical Panama in first defeat of Joe Montemurro era  The Guardian

US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks - ReutersUS recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks  Reuters

Shashi Tharoor's fresh warning to Pakistan in Panama; Justifies Op Sindoor - The Economic TimesShashi Tharoor's fresh warning to Pakistan in Panama; Justifies Op Sindoor  The Economic Times

Tension and defiance in Panama after Trump threatens to ‘take back’ canal - The GuardianTension and defiance in Panama after Trump threatens to ‘take back’ canal  The Guardian

‘Camouflaged invasion’: Panama opposition slams security pact with the US - Al Jazeera‘Camouflaged invasion’: Panama opposition slams security pact with the US  Al Jazeera

UPDATED: Panama Security Alert – Bocas Del Toro Province – U.S. Embassy Panama City (June 20, 2025) - U.S. Embassy in Panama (.gov)UPDATED: Panama Security Alert – Bocas Del Toro Province – U.S. Embassy Panama City (June 20, 2025)  U.S. Embassy in Panama (.gov)

Greece, Italy, Turkey, France, Costa Rica, Panama, Dominica, Seychelles: Discover Emerald Cruises’ 2027/28 Exclusive Yacht Cruise Itineraries Across Stunning Destinations - Travel And Tour WorldGreece, Italy, Turkey, France, Costa Rica, Panama, Dominica, Seychelles: Discover Emerald Cruises’ 2027/28 Exclusive Yacht Cruise Itineraries Across Stunning Destinations  Travel And Tour World

US/Panama: Mass Expulsion of Third-Country Nationals - Human Rights WatchUS/Panama: Mass Expulsion of Third-Country Nationals  Human Rights Watch

Panama Canal boss warns MSC ports deal threatens principle of neutrality - Financial TimesPanama Canal boss warns MSC ports deal threatens principle of neutrality  Financial Times

Chinese anger at sale of Panama Canal ports to US investor highlights tensions between the two superpowers - The ConversationChinese anger at sale of Panama Canal ports to US investor highlights tensions between the two superpowers  The Conversation

Trump says China is ‘operating’ the Panama canal – here are the facts - The GuardianTrump says China is ‘operating’ the Panama canal – here are the facts  The Guardian

Panama removes over 650 ships from registry amid sanctions, stricter rules - ReutersPanama removes over 650 ships from registry amid sanctions, stricter rules  Reuters

Australia 0-1 Panama: international women’s football friendly – as it happened - The GuardianAustralia 0-1 Panama: international women’s football friendly – as it happened  The Guardian

Protests Rise Over Panama Canal’s New Water Project - The Tico TimesProtests Rise Over Panama Canal’s New Water Project  The Tico Times

Panama Canal Authority denies US claims over free ship passages - BBCPanama Canal Authority denies US claims over free ship passages  BBC

Panama Canal highlights global impact and strategic vision at Xth International Financial Summit - American Journal of TransportationPanama Canal highlights global impact and strategic vision at Xth International Financial Summit  American Journal of Transportation

Panama country profile - BBCPanama country profile  BBC

Does China 'operate' Panama Canal, as Trump says? - BBCDoes China 'operate' Panama Canal, as Trump says?  BBC

Ambiguity Is Not Authorization: The Neutrality Treaty Does Not Justify U.S. Military Intervention in Panama - Just SecurityAmbiguity Is Not Authorization: The Neutrality Treaty Does Not Justify U.S. Military Intervention in Panama  Just Security

Trump hails 'reclaiming' of Panama Canal after BlackRock-led group's deal to buy stake - ReutersTrump hails 'reclaiming' of Panama Canal after BlackRock-led group's deal to buy stake  Reuters

Trump’s canal canard obscures a truth: Panama just wants to run its shipping passage without interference from China or the US - The ConversationTrump’s canal canard obscures a truth: Panama just wants to run its shipping passage without interference from China or the US  The Conversation

Trump ramps up threats to gain control of Greenland and Panama Canal - BBCTrump ramps up threats to gain control of Greenland and Panama Canal  BBC

Australia v Panama Game 1 | Extended Highlights | International Friendly 2025 - MatildasAustralia v Panama Game 1 | Extended Highlights | International Friendly 2025  Matildas

Trump vows to take back Panama Canal, talks of 'Manifest Destiny' in space - ReutersTrump vows to take back Panama Canal, talks of 'Manifest Destiny' in space  Reuters

Panama Canal Highlights Global Impact and Strategic Vision at Xth International Financial Summit - Autoridad del Canal de PanamáPanama Canal Highlights Global Impact and Strategic Vision at Xth International Financial Summit  Autoridad del Canal de Panamá

Trump threatens to try and regain control of Panama Canal - BBCTrump threatens to try and regain control of Panama Canal  BBC

Who Controls the Panama Canal? - cfr.orgWho Controls the Panama Canal?  cfr.org

US secretary of state lays down ultimatum to Panama over canal - Le Monde.frUS secretary of state lays down ultimatum to Panama over canal  Le Monde.fr

Chinese Ports in Panama Come Under New Management - CSIS | Center for Strategic and International StudiesChinese Ports in Panama Come Under New Management  CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

The challenges facing “invisible” reverse flow migrants in Panama - The New HumanitarianThe challenges facing “invisible” reverse flow migrants in Panama  The New Humanitarian

'Be serious', says Panama president on Trump 'invasion' question - Reuters'Be serious', says Panama president on Trump 'invasion' question  Reuters

Shashi Tharoor lauds JMM's Sarfaraz Ahmad for offering prayers with Hindu, Sikh colleagues at Panama temple - Hindustan TimesShashi Tharoor lauds JMM's Sarfaraz Ahmad for offering prayers with Hindu, Sikh colleagues at Panama temple  Hindustan Times

Panama’s Protests Test President Mulino on Multiple Fronts - Americas QuarterlyPanama’s Protests Test President Mulino on Multiple Fronts  Americas Quarterly

‘Why pick a battle over this?’: Trump’s threats over Panama Canal reopen wounds over 1989 US invasion - The Guardian‘Why pick a battle over this?’: Trump’s threats over Panama Canal reopen wounds over 1989 US invasion  The Guardian

US has reclosed its southern border after a flesh-eating parasite is seen farther north in Mexico - WAFBUS has reclosed its southern border after a flesh-eating parasite is seen farther north in Mexico  WAFB

U.S. Revokes Visa of Panama’s Former President Who Criticized Trump Deal - The New York TimesU.S. Revokes Visa of Panama’s Former President Who Criticized Trump Deal  The New York Times

Who owns the Panama Canal and why does Trump want it? - The GuardianWho owns the Panama Canal and why does Trump want it?  The Guardian

US banana giant Chiquita fires thousands over Panama strike - Al JazeeraUS banana giant Chiquita fires thousands over Panama strike  Al Jazeera

Shashi Tharoor’s pics with Indian-origin beauty queen, ex-First Lady of Panama get 1.5 million views | Trending - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesShashi Tharoor’s pics with Indian-origin beauty queen, ex-First Lady of Panama get 1.5 million views | Trending - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

The Crisis Trump Is Causing in Panama Will Reach Far Into Latin America - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceThe Crisis Trump Is Causing in Panama Will Reach Far Into Latin America  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

China slams US as Panama quits Belt and Road Initiative - Al JazeeraChina slams US as Panama quits Belt and Road Initiative  Al Jazeera

Why the Panama Canal is on President Trump's agenda - Harvard Kennedy SchoolWhy the Panama Canal is on President Trump's agenda  Harvard Kennedy School