U.S. Department of State Invites you to take action! Your career starts by visiting our website at www.careers.state.gov where you can explore who we are, what we are about, and more. To register to take the Foreign Service Officer Test: Click at: https://home.pearsonvue.com/fsot Create a user account Make your individual online registration Pay by credit card …
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Panama City, January 17, 2020. Today, U.S. leaders from Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF-S) and the U.S. Coast Guard concluded a multi-day visit with Panamanian officials and the Panama Canal Authority. The visit explored opportunities to strengthen and enrich important partnerships between the United States and Panama that enhance regional security efforts, particularly counternarcotics …
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Panama City, 15 January 2020. – Following the confirmation of Roxanne Cabral as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the U.S. Department of State assigned Philip Laidlaw as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, of the U.S. Embassy in Panama. “My family and I will treasure the warmth of the Panamanian people, the country’s beautiful nature …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo January 5, 2020 The United States Congratulates Interim President Juan Guaido on His Re-Election as President of the National Assembly. On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Juan Guaido on his re-election as president of the Venezuelan National Assembly and …
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Panama City, January 3, 2020. Today, the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. in Panama, Roxanne Cabral, took her administrative oath as a U.S. Ambassador. Cabral arrived in Panama as Deputy Chief of Mission on August 2017 and became Chargé d´Affaires a.i. in March 2018. She was nominated as Ambassador of the United States of America to …
Read More» IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement by the Department of Defense JAN. 2, 2020 At the direction of the President, the U.S. military has taken decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel abroad by killing Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force, a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. General Soleimani was actively developing plans to …
Read More» In response to repeated Kata’ib Hizbollah (KH) attacks on Iraqi bases that host Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) coalition forces, U.S. forces have conducted precision defensive strikes against five KH facilities in Iraq and Syria that will degrade KH’s ability to conduct future attacks against OIR coalition forces. The five targets include three KH locations in …
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Arlington, VA – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency and the Government of Panama cooperated on a comprehensive training program for senior Panamanian government officials about best practices for life-cycle cost analyses to achieve greater value for infrastructure procurements. The training was provided under USTDA’s partnership with the Directorate General of Public Procurement (DGCP) under …
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The Growth in the Americas • América Crece initiative is an innovative, whole-of-government approach to support economic development by catalyzing private sector investment in energy and other infrastructure projects across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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WASHINGTON – Today, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad F. Wolf and Panamanian Minister of Public Security Rolando Mirones signed a Letter of Intent for Security Cooperation at DHS headquarters in Washington, DC, to improve the two countries’ collaborative security efforts. “Today marks a big step forward in confronting the significant security challenges across Central …
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December 13, 2019 The fifth U.S.- Central America Public Private Banking Dialogue was held on December 13, 2019 in Panama, City, Panama. The annual U.S. – Central America dialogue enables policymakers, bank supervisors, financial intelligence units, and private sector representatives to directly engage on strengthening the anti-money laundering/countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) frameworks in …
Read More» The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for routine services from Monday, December 23, 2019 through Friday, January 3, 2020. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are an U.S. citizen experiencing an emergency, please contact us via email at Panama-ACS@state.gov or …
Read More» Temporary Holiday Schedule Change The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for routine services from Monday, December 23, 2019 through Friday, January 3, 2020. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are an U.S. citizen experiencing an emergency, please contact us …
Read More» November 4, 2019. A delegation of ten Members of Congress will travel to Panama from November 5 through November 7 to reinforce the strong U.S.-Panama bilateral relationship on economic, security, and government-to-government issues. The congressional delegation, led by U.S. House Representative Steve Scalise (R-LA), includes Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL), Frank Lucas (R-OK), Larry Bucshon (R-IN), …
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Thank you and good morning. It’s wonderful to be back in Panama. My first trip abroad as a U.S. diplomat was to Panama. After 48 years, my first trip as Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs is to Panama. You cannot help but be impressed with the progress. Panamanians have built so …
Read More» In his first trip as Acting Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Ambassador Michael Kozak will travel to Panama from October 17 through 21 to reinforce the strong U.S.-Panamanian bilateral relationship and promote collaboration on infrastructure and the expansion of pro-market investment. On October 18, he will meet with Panamanian President Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo and …
Read More» The White House Fact Sheets October 8, 2019 President Donald J. Trump’s Efforts to Combat the Crisis at Our Southern Border Are Delivering Results “We have taken very unprecedented action to stop the flow of illegal immigration.” President Donald J. Trump STEMMING THE SURGE OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION: President Donald J. Trump’s efforts to confront this …
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Panama, October 4th 2019. The United States and Panama concluded today an ophthalmology mission at San Miguel Arcangel Hospital, providing services to 264 patients throughout 17 days. Patients received cataract, pterygium, and squint eye surgeries, which allowed the patients to recover autonomy and even return to their workplaces after months and years with limited or …
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San Diego, California. September 18, 2019 3:11 P.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Yeah, why don’t you start, Kevin? And this has been a very exciting project, as you know. It’s — for many years, people have wanted the proper wall and we have a wall that — the likes of which, very few places have ever …
Read More» Panama City, 21 August.– Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan will arrive to Panama City, Panama today [Wednesday], to participate in a Meeting of Central American Ministers of Security and to meet with Panamanian officials to discuss regional cooperation to confront irregular migration. After arriving in Panama City, the Acting Secretary will meet …
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The United States Embassy, with the foundation MarViva, held the #ChaoPlasticoDesechable race on Sunday, August 4. The initiative, which attracted more than 200 participants, supported the efforts to reduce the use of disposable plastic in Panama. Matthew Castillo was first in the race, with a time of 17:23, followed by Alfredo Suarez (19:49) and Valentina …
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The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort arrives in Panama on August 1, 2019, as part of its five-month 2019 medical assistance mission to help countries in the region who have responded to the Venezuelan humanitarian crisis. The USNS Comfort medical teams and Panamanian medical professionals will provide care in Colon from August 7 to …
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Panama, July 22, 2019. The U. S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce Miguel Angel Diaz is the winner of the graphic design contest ‘Reach for Gold!’ an initiative to raise awareness on intellectual property rights in sports. The contest, aimed at graphic designers, students and creative people in Panama, encourage participants to design …
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Representatives of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States and the Central American Air Navigation Services Corporation (COCESNA) signed a memorandum of understanding to develop programs for joint air navigation services. This agreement will drive air navigation services in the central American region under strict standards of security and efficiency in an alliance …
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Panama City, 12 June 2019.- The Ministry of Health of Panama and the Embassy of the United States carried out a donation ceremony today, in which the health entity received antiretroviral medicine donations from United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The contribution of the United States consists of 6,354 kits of antiviral …
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Vacamonte, 18 June 2019.- U.S. officials participated as an observer during Panamanian authorities inspections of shrimp boats in the port Vacamonte, to confirm the proper use of the Turtle Exclusion Device, known as TED. The device, which allows turtles to escape if they become trapped in shrimp nets, is mandatory according to Panamanian Law 82 …
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Panama City, 6 June 2019.- The Panamanian programmer, Kelvin Alvarado, was selected among thousands of entrepreneurs from around the world to participate in the Global Summit of Entrepreneurship (GES), which is celebrated from June 3 to 5 in The Hague, Netherlands. In this summit, political leaders, business owners, and investors from the entire world met …
Read More» Message from Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I congratulate interim President Juan Guaido, the National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as you celebrate the anniversary of your independence. Once again, the Venezuelan people are besieged by dictatorship, undesired foreign presence, and profiteers. …
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Panama City, 28 June 2019.- The government of the United States, via the Aviation Program of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, transferred the government of Panama six UH-1H(S) helicopters worth $24 million. The symbolic ceremony took place this morning at the hangar 2 of the National Aeronaval Services (SENAN) headquarters in …
Read More» Washington, June 26, 2019.– Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Panama City, Panama, to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Laurentino Cortizo on July 1, 2019. The Honorable Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: Mr. T. Ulrich Brechbühl, Counselor of …
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Panama, May 24, 2019. The United States joins ExpoTurismo International, from May 24-25 in Atlapa, with the participation of Visit USA and the U.S. Consulate in Panama. The United States is the number one tourism destination for Panamanians, visited by more than 150,000 Panamanians every year, with Miami, Orlando and New York as their favorite …
Read More» Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington D.C., May 6, 2019.- The people of the United States commend the people of Panama for exercising their right to vote in free and fair national elections, a sure sign of their thriving democracy. We extend our warmest congratulations to Laurentino Cortizo on his election as the next president of …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Panama City to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits. Where: Center for English Language Immersion (CELI) – Via España, Edificio Cromos, First Floor. When: May 13, 14, 15, and 16 from 8 …
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Panama, April 26, 2019. On World Intellectual Property Day, the U.S. Embassy in Panama launches the graphic design contest ‘Reach For Gold!’ to raise awareness on intellectual property rights in sports. World Intellectual Property Day 2019 underscores the economic value of sports through intellectual property (IP) rights, with the use of patents and designs to …
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Panama City, April 23, 2019. To reinforce the strong U.S. support for the security and economic partnership between the United States and Panama, Florida Senator Rick Scott visited Panama from April 22-23. Senator Scott selected Panama as his first official Congressional Delegation international trip, highlighting the importance of the U.S.-Panamanian relationship. During his trip Senator Scott visited …
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Panama City, 15 April 2019. On occasion of Good Deeds Day on 7 April, the U.S. Embassy in Panama collaborated with The American Society of Panama and local NGO Techo, which works to provide affordable housing across the region, to help build housing and basic infrastructure to Nueva Luz, an underserved community with a population …
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Las Palabras De Jefe de Mision Interina, Roxanne Cabral Buenas noches. Bienvenidas a esta recepción para promover el networking y la mentoría. Cuando fue surgiendo la idea de realizar un evento solo para mujeres, sin incluir hombres, no estaba convencida, pero entendí las razones. Los beneficios son numerosos. Primero: Entre mujeres, nos entendemos. Como cuando …
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Panama City, April 2, 2019. Panama and the United States celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Panama-United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of the Cattle Borer Worm (COPEG). The commission has been a successful collaboration between the Panama Ministry of Agricultural Development and the United States Department of Agriculture and has contributed to …
Read More» Washington, DC. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program will celebrate 40 years of bringing international professionals to the United States to study and collaborate with U.S. counterparts. Sixty-four alumni from Latin America and the Caribbean will come together at the alumni conference “Realizing Full and Inclusive Democracy in Our Hemisphere,” April 5-7, 2019 in Panama …
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Panama City, 11 March 2019. During one of the weeks with heaviest traffic in Panama City due to the beginning of the school year, U.S. Embassy Panama invites the general audience to beat traffic jams with the ‘Panama Without Cars’ [#PanamaSinCarro] Initiative. US Embassy Panama’s ‘Green Team’ invites residents of the Clayton neighborhood and surrounding …
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Panama City, February 20, 2019. The U.S.-Panama Energy Investment Working Group held its fourth meeting in Panama City on February 20-21, under the U.S. government America Crece (The Americas Grow) Energy initiative. The U.S. Panama Energy Working Group was launched in Panama on August 17, 2018 with the signing of the energy cooperation Memorandum of …
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DARIEN, Panama – Joint Task Force-Bravo’s 1st Battalion, 228th Aviation Regiment will be providing air transportation assistance for the Republic of Panama during phase 2 of Darién Lift, February 21 through March 11, in support of the National Border Service (SENAFRONT). Air movements will begin in the region February 21st and the transportation of supplies to …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson February 8, 2019 Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Carl Risch will travel February 10-13 to Panama and Costa Rica to review consular operations and meet with foreign government counterparts. The Assistant Secretary will underscore our deep and sustained commitment on a variety of consular issues, …
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Darien, February 5, 2019. U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Roxanne Cabral and Panama’s Security Minister Jonattan Del Rosario participated in the inauguration ceremony of the new hangar at the Panamanian aerial base Mayor Salvador Cordoba in Nicanor, donated by the U.S. government to strengthen security operations in Panama. “Our intention is to support you with the …
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Washington, D.C., February 4, 2019. Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Panamanian Vice President and Foreign Minister Isabel de Saint Malo today in Washington, D.C., to discuss the ongoing crises in Venezuela and Nicaragua. Secretary Pompeo expressed appreciation for Panama’s regional leadership role in maintaining international attention on those crises within the Organization of American …
Read More» January 28, 2019. Today, the United States has taken necessary actions to prevent the illegitimate former Maduro regime from further plundering Venezuela’s assets and natural resources. The United States has determined that persons operating in Venezuela’s oil sector may now be subject to sanctions pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13850 signed by President Trump on …
Read More» U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Public Affairs Treasury Sanctions Venezuela’s State-Owned Oil Company Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. January 28, 2019. Washington – Today the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA) pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13850 for operating in the oil sector of the …
Read More» The United States stands with interim President Juan Guaido, the democratically elected National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as they peacefully restore constitutional order to their country. We stand ready to support interim President Guaido as he establishes a transitional government and carries out his constitutional duties as interim President, including determining the status …
Read More» January 23, 2019. Today, I am officially recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaido, as the Interim President of Venezuela. In its role as the only legitimate branch of government duly elected by the Venezuelan people, the National Assembly invoked the country’s constitution to declare Nicolas Maduro illegitimate, and the office of …
Read More» Panama City, January 15. Due to operational concerns related to World Youth Day, such as unusually congested traffic and road closures in the vicinity of the Embassy and throughout Panama City, the United States Embassy and Consular Section in Panama City will not operate regularly from January 21 to 25, 2019. Schedule during this week …
Read More» January 10, 2019. The United States condemns Maduro’s illegitimate usurpation of power today following the unfree and unfair elections he imposed on the Venezuelan people on May 20, 2018. The United States remains steadfast in its support of the Venezuelan people and will continue to use the full weight of U.S. economic and diplomatic power to press for …
Read More» December 10, 2018. Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent to all persons, and committed to their promotion and protection henceforth. The Declaration’s fundamental …
Read More» December 1, 2018. Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service—to be, in his words, “a …
Read More» Panama City, 4 December 2018. The entire U.S. Embassy in Panama will be closed on Wednesday, December 5th, in memory of President George H.W. Bush. No routine services will be available in the Visas, American Citizen Services, or Federal Benefits Units. Individuals who had visa appointments for that date will receive an email to the …
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Hato Chami, November 30, 2018. The U.S. Embassy in Panama, Peace Corps, and Panama’s Ministry of Health mark World AIDS Day with a health fair in Hato Chami, at the Ngäbe Buglé indigenous reservation, reinforcing their joined commitment to curb HIV/AIDS prevalence in Panama. The U.S. support to Panama in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment has …
Read More» Panama City, 21 November 2018. The governments of the United States and Panama, jointly with The Nature Conservancy and Fundacion Natura NGOs, presented today the results of the environmental programs executed with the Chagres and Darien National Parks conservation funds. The government of the United States and Panama created the Chagres and Darien National Parks …
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Muy buenos días, my fellow Americans, amigos panameños, members of the Diplomatic Corps, veterans, colleagues, friends, and family members. Thank you all for being here today. I want to give a special thanks to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Ladies Auxiliary, the American Legion, the Scottish Rites, the Abou Saad Shriners, the United States …
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Panama City, November 2, 2018. The U.S. Embassy in Panama, together with the National Culture Institute (INAC) and the Corozal-Gatun-Mt. Hope Cemetery Preservation Foundation, celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony of the drainage restoration project at Corozal Cemetery. The U.S. Embassy, through the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC), will invest more than one million dollars on this …
Read More» On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend best wishes to the people of Panama as you celebrate 115 years of independence on November 3. The United States and Panama share a special history of close ties, shared values, and mutual understanding. In my October trip to Panama, I reaffirmed …
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Panama City, November 1, 2018. The United States Embassy in Panama delivered Panama’s Air and Sea National Service (SENAN) equipment to strengthen the agency’s operational capabilities in the fight against drug trafficking organizations and organized transnational criminals. The delivered equipment, which totaled US$1.7 million, consisted of two 37-feet Boston Whaler boats, worth US$ 715,397 each …
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Panama City, October 25. The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Central America Office, and the University Research Company LLC, launched the Project Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes-Tuberculosis (ECHO-TB) today. ECHO-TB provides front-line clinicians the knowledge and support needed to manage patients with tuberculosis in rural and …
Read More» QUESTION: (In Spanish) Welcome to this interview. SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, what is the purpose of this sudden visit to Panama? SECRETARY POMPEO: So I came here to do a couple things. First, to thank the Panamanian people for being such good partners with the United States for so many years, also to meet with President …
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SECRETARY POMPEO: So I’d had on my list to go see President Varela for a while. It took me six months to get here. They have been an important partner of ours for a long time. I knew President Varela from my previous role as well. Economic ties, security ties, counternarcotics, all a lynchpin of our …
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The Secretary met with Panamanian President Juan Carlos Varela and Vice President and Foreign Minister Isabel de Saint Malo de Alvarado today at the Presidential Palace in Panama City. The leaders reaffirmed the historical and longstanding U.S.-Panama partnership on bilateral and regional security and economic issues. Secretary Pompeo expressed appreciation for Panama’s leadership on important …
Read More» Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Panama City, Panama and Mexico City, Mexico from October 18-19. In Panama City, October 18, the Secretary will meet with President Juan Carlos Varela and Vice President and Foreign Minister Isabel de Saint Malo de Alvarado to discuss ongoing U.S.-Panama collaboration on regional priorities, including defending …
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Panama City, October 3 – The United States and Panama launched the Secretariat for Environmental Enforcement Matters (SEEM), which promotes public participation in the monitoring, enforcement, and submission of environmental laws in Panama. Maintaining strong dialogue and public engagement, the United States and Panama also held meetings on environmental issues as part of the commitments …
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Panama City, October 3, 2018. Today, Panama’s Ministry of Government and the U.S. Embassy in Panama dedicated two new high technology scanners at La Nueva Joya prison facilities. This screening equipment aims to prevent drugs, weapons, mobile phones, and other forbidden items from entering prison facilities. The scanners, valued at US$220,000 each, are a contribution …
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Panama City, October 2nd 2018- The President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), Ray Washburne, visited Panama to explore opportunities for highly developmental U.S. investment in Panama. Washburne met with President Varela to discuss how OPIC could support impactful projects in Panama, underscoring the strong bilateral relationship between our countries. He also visited the …
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PANAMA, September 19, 2018. The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the 2018 cohort from Panama for the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program . This initiative strengthens entrepreneurial and management skills during a five-week program that will bring 250 young leaders from 36 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean to the United States. This year we are pleased to …
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September 17th 2018 –The Administrator of the United States Maritime Administration, Mark H. Buzby, and the administrator of the Panama Maritime Authority, Jorge Barakat, signed in Washington D.C. a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) on maritime transport, an area vital to both economies. The agreement between the United States and Panama confirms our strong partnership on maritime issues …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON U.S. Chiefs of Mission to the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, and Panama Called Back for Consultations September 7, 2018. The Department of State has called back the U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Robin Bernstein, the U.S. Ambassador to El Salvador Jean Manes, and …
Read More» The entire Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama will be closed to the public from Monday, September 10 through Friday, September 14, 2018 for staff training. No routine services will be available in the Visas, U.S. Citizen Services, or Federal Benefits Units. If you are a U.S. citizen and have an emergency, please …
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Panama City – September 6th, 2018. Government Minister Carlos E. Rubio and International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) Director at the United States Embassy, Dave M. Foran, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to allow U.S. support in security issues. These will include increase capabilities inside penitentiary facilities, in order to prevent and combat organized crime. …
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Panama City – 6 de septiembre de 2018. “I promise to share my culture with an open heart and open mind. I promise to foster an understanding of the people of Country of Service, with creativity, cultural sensitivity, and respect”, sworn in unison the 52 new Peace Corps volunteers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. This …
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World Youth Day (WYD) is a celebration organized by the Catholic Church and it unites young people (ages 16 to 35) and church leaders from more than 150 countries. Many youth and young adults from the United States have participated in each international World Youth Day. The United States anticipates 10,000 participants will come to …
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U.S. Department of State Invites you to take action! Your career starts by visiting our website at www.careers.state.gov where you can explore who we are, what we are about, and more. In addition, you can register for the next Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) at https://careers.state.gov/work/foreign-service/officer/test-process/ . All registrations for the Foreign Service Officer Test …
Read More» 17 August 2018, Panama City, Panama. – Today, U.S. Treasury Under Secretary for International Affairs David Malpass led a U.S. delegation to the Republic of Panama to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with its government that will foster U.S.-Panama cooperation on energy and infrastructure investment. This marks the formal inauguration of the U.S. initiative …
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Panama, August 16, 2018. The American Chamber of Commerce’s energy committee held a roundtable lunch with U.S. Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy, Steven Winberg, to discuss Panama’s energy sector. During the meeting, members of the American Chamber of Commerce’s energy committee and Assistant Secretary Winberg spoke about the diversification of Panama’s power grid, the integration …
Read More» The entire Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama will be closed to the public from Monday, September 10 through Friday, September 14, 2018 for staff training. No routine services will be available in the Visas, U.S. Citizen Services, or Federal Benefits Units. If you are a U.S. citizen and have an emergency, please …
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Panama City, 7 August 2018.- The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority and the Panama Canal Authority renewed their Memorandum of Understanding at the Miraflores Locks, on the Pacific coast of the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal Authority Administrator, Jorge Luis Quijano, and the Governor of the State of Mississippi and chairman of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development …
Read More» July 30, 2018. Washington D.C.-The United States strongly condemns the ongoing violence in Nicaragua and human rights abuses committed by the Ortega regime in response to protests. After years of fraudulent elections and the regime’s manipulation of Nicaraguan law – as well as the suppression of civil society, opposition parties, and independent media – the Nicaraguan …
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METETI, June 21, 2018.- Exercise New Horizons 2018 concluded today, with a closing ceremony and ribbon cuttings throughout the Meteti, Panama, community. Exercise New Horizons 2018 was a joint effort by U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), the Ministry of Security (MINSEG), the Ministry of Health (MINSA), and the Ministry of Education (MEDUCA), enabling over 350 U.S. …
Read More» Department of Justice WASHINGTON. June 11, 2018 – The United States today extradited Ricardo Alberto Martinelli Berrocal, who served as President of Panama from 2009 to 2014, to stand trial in that country on four charges related to an illegal wiretapping scheme allegedly conducted while he was in office. Acting Assistant Attorney General John P. …
Read More» Statement by HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON Extradition to Panama of Former President Martinelli On June 11, 2018, pursuant to the extradition treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of Panama, the United States extradited the former President of Panama Ricardo Martinelli to face criminal charges in Panama. Mr. Martinelli was arrested in Miami …
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Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, D.C.- The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. In many parts of the world, LGBTI individuals and their supporters …
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The United States condemns the fraudulent election that took place in Venezuela on May 20. This so-called “election” is an attack on constitutional order and an affront to Venezuela’s tradition of democracy. Until the Maduro regime restores a democratic path in Venezuela through free, fair, and transparent elections, the government faces isolation from the international …
Read More» Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 17, 2018 The United States stands for the protection of fundamental freedoms and universal human rights. Our nation was founded on the bedrock principle that we are all created equal – and that every person is entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of …
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Meteti, 11 April 2018.- The launch of the humanitarian assistance program “New Horizons 2018”, a joint effort by the United States Southern Command (U.S. Southcom), Ministry of Security (MINSEG), Ministry of Health (MINSA), and Ministry of Education (MEDUCA), took place this morning. Between April and June, “New Horizons 2018” will bring U.S. military doctors and …
Read More» The White House Office of the Vice President April 10, 2018 The Vice President is honored to represent the United States at the 8th Summit of the Americas at President Trump’s request. He looks forward to promoting policy that will lead to an even stronger U.S. economy and working with our close allies in Latin …
Read More» On April 2, 2018, the U.S. passport execution fee will increase by $10. The new fee will be $35. Individuals who apply for a passport renewal by mail will not see a fee increase. The passport execution fee is applicable to all first-time passport applicants and certain other applicants who must apply in person, such …
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Secretary of State Rex Tillerson On U.S. Engagement in the Western Hemisphere University of Texas at Austin SECRETARY TILLERSON: Thank you, thank you so much. And thank you, Greg, for that very kind, warm introduction, inviting me back home today. And I want to thank those at the Clements Center of National Security and the …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Invites you to take action… Your career starts by visiting our website at www.careers.state.gov where you can explore who we are, what we are about, and more. In addition, you can register for the next Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) at https://careers.state.gov/work/foreign-service/officer/test-process/ . All registrations for the Foreign Service Officer Test must be …
Read More» Panama City, 13 November 2017.- The release of the latest Open Doors Report points out marks the celebration of International Education Week, a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange …
Read More» On behalf of President Trump, Secretary of State Tillerson, and my Panamanian and American colleagues at the United States Embassy in Panama, I take this opportunity to wish all Panamanians, “Felices Fiestas Patrias.” The enduring friendship of the Panamanian people with the United States is reflected in its status as a strategic regional partner, whether …
Read More» The Ambassador and the American and Panamanian mission members of the United States Embassy in Panama wish to extend our gratitude and appreciation to the government and people of Panama for their collective efforts that led to the capture of the suspected assailant of American citizen and tourist Catherine Johannet on October 24, 2017. We take …
Read More» I and my Embassy colleagues in Panama congratulate all parties involved in the successful effort to reestablish unfettered access to markets and the financial system of the United States on behalf of the newspapers of the La Estrella de Panama and El Siglo Editorial Group (GESE). This is a momentous achievement that reinforces the critical importance …
Read More» Due to the National Holiday declared by President Varela, the Embassy will be closed on October 11, 2017. The Embassy will resume its normal schedule on October 12, 2017.
Read More» HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Our Nation is heartbroken. We mourn with all whose loved ones were murdered and injured in last night’s horrible tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we grieve, …
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Last night, President Donald J. Trump hosted a working dinner in New York with President Michel Temer of Brazil, President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia, President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama, and Vice President Gabriela Michetti of Argentina. President Trump thanked the Latin American leaders for their advocacy in support of the Venezuelan people and …
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The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the 2017 cohort from Panama for the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program . The YLAI program supports the United States’ commitment to increase trade and investment in the region. Alexander Batista Trevia, Felipe Chen, Zu Hurley, Nay Quintero, Felipe García and Mariery Young have been accepted, out of more than 3,000 applications, to …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Invites you to take action… Your career starts by visiting our website at www.careers.state.gov where you can explore who we are, what we’re about, and more. It’s also where you can register for the next Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT). All registrations for the Foreign Service Officer Test must be completed online. …
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Palacio de las Garzas Panama City, Panama PRESIDENT VARELA: (As interpreted.) Good afternoon. I would like to begin by energetically condemning the terrorist act that occurred today in Barcelona. We share the pain of the people and of the Spanish government. And we raise our prayers to the victims and their family members. Vice President …
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REMARKS BY VICE PRESIDENT MIKE PENCE AT THE PANAMA CANAL Cocoli Locks Panama City, Panama 2:48 P.M. UTC THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you. Thank you, Madame Vice President, for those gracious words, and for this warm welcome to Panama for me and my wonderful wife, Karen. Before I begin, I’d like to address the …
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WASHINGTON, DC – Second Lady Karen Pence will travel to Cartagena, Colombia; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; and Panama City, Panama August 13-18, 2017. During her travel, Mrs. Pence will observe art therapy sessions and participate in roundtable discussions with art therapists. The visits will give the Second Lady an opportunity to listen to art …
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Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated the President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro Moros, pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13692, which authorizes sanctions against current or former officials of the Government of Venezuela and others undermining democracy in Venezuela. These sanctions come a day after the …
Read More» Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC Washington, D.C.– The United States condemns the elections imposed on July 30 for the National Constituent Assembly, which is designed to replace the legitimately elected National Assembly and undermine the Venezuelan people’s right to self-determination. The United States stands by the people of Venezuela, and their constitutional representatives, in …
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Vice President Mike Pence spoke today with Venezuelan political prisoner and political activist Leopoldo López to address the dire situation in Venezuela. On behalf of President Trump, the Vice President firmly stated that the United States stands with the Venezuelan people, and praised Mr. López for his courage and outspoken defense of Venezuelan democracy despite …
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Panama City, 20 July 2017.- A protocol ceremony in acknowledgement of Panamanian Security agencies (Security Council, Ministry of Security, National Migration Service, National Border Service, National Air and Sea Service, and National Police) took place this morning at the United States Embassy in Panama headquarters. The purpose of the ceremony was to acknowledge Panama’s 20,000 …
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Yesterday, the Venezuelan people again made clear that they stand for democracy, freedom, and rule of law. Yet their strong and courageous actions continue to be ignored by a bad leader who dreams of becoming a dictator. The United States will not stand by as Venezuela crumbles. If the Maduro regime imposes its Constituent Assembly …
Read More» The United States welcomes the transfer of Leopoldo Lopez to house arrest, reportedly for health reasons, after more than three years in prison. This is but a first step in the right direction by the government of Venezuela. We reiterate our call for the government to grant Lopez full unconditional freedom immediately. Lopez is just …
Read More» Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 5, 2017 The United States condemns the July 5 attack on members of the Venezuelan National Assembly by armed supporters of the government of President Nicolas Maduro. This violence, perpetrated during the celebration of Venezuela’s independence, is an assault on the democratic principles cherished by the men and …
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During their meeting at the White House on June 19, 2017, President Juan Carlos Varela and President Donald J. Trump discussed the close ties of partnership between Panama and the United States and the need for continued cooperation on our shared security priorities. On June 30, President Varela received a senior U.S. delegation, led by …
Read More» The United States strongly condemns last night’s attack that appears to have targeted Muslim worshippers in London. We extend our sympathies to the families and community of the victims and our hopes for the quick recovery of those wounded. We commend the work of the first responders, and the courage of bystanders who apprehended the …
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Washington D.C.– President Donald J. Trump today met with President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama and discussed the close ties and longstanding partnership between the United States and Panama. President Trump underscored the need for continued cooperation to address drug trafficking and illegal migration in the region and expressed appreciation for President Varela’s strong partnership …
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Speaking at the inaugural Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America today, Vice President Mike Pence announced he will travel to Central and South America in August on behalf of President Trump. On August 13–18, 2017, the Vice President will travel to Cartagena and Bogota, Colombia; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; and Panama City, …
Read More» We can confirm that United States Marshals arrested former Panamanian president Ricardo Martinelli, on June 12, 2017, in Coral Gables, Florida, pursuant to an extradition request presented in September 2016 by the Government of Panama. He was held overnight at the Federal Detention Center, Miami, and made an appearance today, June 13, before United States …
Read More» Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office Southern District of New York Joon H. Kim, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Dana Boente, the Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security, William F. Sweeney Jr., the Assistant Director-in-Charge of the New York Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”), …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump looks forward to welcoming President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama to the White House on June 19, 2017. President Trump and President Varela will discuss ways to reinforce the strong bilateral ties between the United States and Panama and our shared priorities in the fight against transnational organized crime, illegal migration, and …
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Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (UTP) has been selected by The U.S. Department of State, Partners of the Americas and NAFSA: Association of International Educators as one of the grant winners of the latest 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund. In partnership with Wilkes University, Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá will create a program to provide …
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Federal Bureau of Investigation The FBI is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murders of Lance Edward Skiles and Dwayne Alan Skiles on April 19, 2012 in Panama City, Panama. If you have any information in this case, please …
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Forty-seven new Peace Corps volunteers will join the current 241 young Americans working in Panama. The new group of volunteers took part of a swear-in ceremony on Thursday, May 11th at the Interoceanic Canal Museum, in Casco Antiguo’s Plaza de la Independencia. These Peace Corps volunteers are young professionals who will work Teaching English, Leadership, and …
Read More» As part of the joint efforts between Panamanian and U.S. authorities to improve regional transportation security, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) loaned equipment for aviation security screening. This endeavor, which began back in 2015, comes on the heels of the renewed global commitment to enhance aviation security standards as adopted by UN Security Council …
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Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are: Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions. U.S. Citizen Services – …
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Acting Peace Corps Director Sheila Crowley is saddened to confirm the death of Peace Corps volunteer Cody Oser of Broomfield, Colorado. Cody, 24, passed away in the Comarca Ngäbe Bugle region of Panama on April 8, 2017. “Cody’s enthusiasm for helping others and knack for problem solving were remarkable and are a few of the …
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The U.S State Department opened applications for the 2017 program for Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) of entrepreneurship and leadership. For five (5) weeks, the selected candidates will participate in conferences with U.S. government officers and entrepreneurs in Washington, D.C, in addition to being trained with skills to boost their projects. YLAI connects …
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As a prelude to the qualifying match for the 2018 World Cup between Panama and the United States, the diplomatic representation of the United States organized a series of recreational events dedicated to children of El Chorrillo neighborhood. The first event started at the New Generation Movement (Movimiento Nueva Generacion) cultural center where embassy staff …
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How does the new generation of leaders promote gender equality? What are the challenges of the 21st century? These are some of the topics covered during the International Women’s Month today in the City of Knowledge. Under the Federal Women’s Program (FWP), the United States Embassy organized a conference that highlighted their contributions to society …
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Panama’s National Border Service (Senafront) and the Ministry of Health (Minsa) carry out a three-day humanitarian aid tour in the community of Puerto Obaldia, in the Guna Yala indigenous reservation. U.S. military personnel, via its diplomatic mission in Panama, provide transportation and logistics support to transport food and medicines to this remote location. Over 50 …
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The horrible tragedy of Catherine Johannet’s death in Bocas del Toro, Panamá has shocked Panamá and devastated her family and friends. On behalf of the U.S. Embassy, I again express the tremendous regret we all feel at the senseless death of a talented young woman. The cooperation and genuine compassion shown to her family by …
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A humanitarian mission of medical staff of U.S. Air Force reservists and U.S. Army has been in the province of Veraguas from January 26 until February 10 doing several eye surgeries to 246 pre-selected patients by the Ministry of Health of Panama. 174 people have been operated on so far and 70 are waiting for …
Read More» It is with great sadness that the Embassy confirms the death in Panama of Catherine M. Johannet, a United States citizen. Multiple senior members of the Panamanian government have been working closely, throughout the weekend, along with the Ambassador, U.S. consular officials, and the FBI. We express our regret to the family of Ms. Johannet. …
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INAUGURAL ADDRESS REMARKS OF PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. As Prepared for Delivery – Chief Justice Roberts, President Carter, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, fellow Americans, and people of the world: thank you. We, the citizens of America, are now joined in a great national effort to rebuild …
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Today, the fifth edition of the Super Chef Panama 2017 competition was launched. During the event, which took place at the Instituto Superior de Artes Culinarias Mise en Place, the 12 finalist contestants that will compite for the title of the fifth edition of “Super Chef” were presented. On Friday, January 13, the competition will …
Read More» Based on multiple communications and assurances from parties involved in the issue concerning the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and GESE newspapers that they are working toward a permanent solution, which would render any license unnecessary and ensure the continued operation of La Estrella de Panama and El Siglo, OFAC issued today a modified …
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