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Panama: A Nation of Contrasts and Opportunity

Panama, a narrow Central American nation holding presidential elections this Sunday, has gained prominence in the regional migration crisis despite its thriving economy driven...

Panama’s Ex-President Martinelli Secures Primary Victory

In a surprising turn of events, Ricardo Martinelli, the ex- president of Panama, has emerged victorious in his party's primary, granting him the right...

Panama asks EU for support to get off “tax haven” list

Panama asked the European Union on Monday for its support to get off the list of "tax havens", a situation that is damaging its...

Panama Regulates Cryptocurrency Operations and its use in Tax Payments

Panama's Congress approved Thursday a law regulating the optional use of cryptocurrencies, even allowing the payment of taxes with these assets in the country,...

‘Pandora Papers’ expose leaders’ offshore millions

The Pandora Papers are the latest in a series of ICIJ leaks of financial documents, from LuxLeaks to the Panama Papers.

Panama’s president-elect wants to review trade agreements with US, Costa Rica

Cortizo said Sunday that "like it or not, it is a treaty that we Panamanians have to respect."

Newly expanded Panama Canal opens for bigger business

Panama is preparing to officially open its canal this weekend to far bigger cargo ships after nearly a decade of expansion work aimed at boosting transit revenues and global trade.

Venezuelan newspapers at risk of closure, says press group

MIAMI – Several Venezuelan newspapers are at risk of imminent closure, the Inter-American Press Association warned Thursday, accusing leftist President Nicolás Maduro of impeding access to newsprint and discriminating against publications critical of his government.

Panama Congresswoman’s anti-sexual harassment bill faces ridicule

The bill would do much more than prohibit catcalls. It calls for outlawing bullying, stalking, racism and all forms of sexual harassment. It also calls for developing public policies aimed at preventing these abuses.

Deadly Panama protests end

Panama border traffic returns to normal.

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Costa Rica Targets Motorcycle Duos in Bid to Curb Soaring Murder Rate

Costa Rica is confronting an escalating security crisis as murders climb year after year, with contract killings increasingly shattering the nation’s reputation for peace....

Costa Rica Dry Forest Camera Trap Catches Jaguar, Tapir and Owl

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IACHR Warned of Rising Femicides and Judicial Stagnation in Costa Rica

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) assessed human rights conditions in Costa Rica through a public hearing, where several organizations shared their perspectives...
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