Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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The U.S. Embassy is compiling a list of people seeking to leave Panama. Any U.S. citizen in Panama requesting travel assistance should send an email to PanamaCityUSCitizen@state.gov View the U.S. Embassy in Panama’s most recent Alerts & Messages Index: Panama-Specific Information Details on Movement Restrictions Possible Repatriation Flights Entry and Exit Requirements Quarantine Information Local Resources Other links Panama-Specific Information: On August 4, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 69,424 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. MINSA reminds citizens and …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present, there are no approved humanitarian flights to the United States. The Embassy is continuing its efforts to identify future flights. However, it is most likely that they will be with the same airlines and the same routes. The Embassy shares information on all confirmed humanitarian flights, but …
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MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE August 2, 2020 -The People’s Republic of China subsidizes the world’s largest commercial fishing fleet, which routinely violates the sovereign rights and jurisdiction of coastal states, fishes without permission, and overfishes licensing agreements. Given this unfortunate record of illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, rule-breaking, and willful environmental degradation, it …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present, there are no approved humanitarian flights to the United States. The Embassy is continuing its efforts to identify future flights. However, it is most likely that they will be with the same airlines and the same routes. The Embassy shares information on all confirmed humanitarian flights, but …
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Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 30, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 64,191cases of COVID-19. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced total quarantine in the provinces of Bocas del Toro, Colon, and Chiriqui on Saturdays and Sundays. The curfew from Monday through Friday remains from 7pm until 5am. Effective July 17, MINSA established new quarantine hours for the …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one approved, upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 23, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 56,817 cases of COVID-19. The Municipality of Arraijan decreed a temporary dry law on weekends, starting July 24. The dry law runs from 7:00pm each Friday and continues until Monday at 5:00am. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 55,153 cases of COVID-19. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced total quarantine in the provinces of Bocas del Toro, Colon, and Chiriqui on Saturdays and Sundays. The curfew from Monday through Friday remains from 7pm until 5am. Beginning …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified a newly approved humanitarian flight to the United States. Currently, there are three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 19, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 53,468 cases of COVID-19. On July 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger and domestic charter flights, originally announced on March 26, for an additional 30 days beginning July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 50,373 cases of COVID-19. Beginning July 20 in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste, private sector employees are required to enter their places of employment by no later than 8:00am. Public sector employees are required to enter by no …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report – New Quarantine Measures in Panama and Panama Oeste Provinces and Staggered Work Start Times Nationwide On July 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 48,096 cases of COVID-19. Beginning July 20, private sector employees are required to enter their places of employment by no later than 8:00am. Public sector employees …
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Acting Chief of Mission Philip Laidlaw departed Panama on Wednesday, ending his six-month assignment as interim Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy. Chargé Laidlaw led the Embassy through the challenges of the COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent pandemic, working diligently to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens and to support Panama’s efforts to manage the health crisis. He will be detailed to U.S. Special Operations Command in Florida where he will …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel arrangements are the sole responsibility of the traveler. The upcoming humanitarian flights …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 42,216 cases of COVID-19. On July 8, MINSA announced that Green Frog brand alcohol gel has been pulled from the market due to the content of toxic methanol. To report the sale or distribution of this product, call 512-9163 or 512-9170. On June 7, MINSA published a resolution regarding movement restrictions in the …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified seven upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Two Defendants Charged for Their Role in Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme Involving Former High-Ranking Government Official in Panama. Individuals Facilitated $28 Million in Bribes from Odebrecht S.A. to the Official. WASHINGTON, July 6th, 2020. – A criminal complaint was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, charging Luis Enrique …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified 10 upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flight numbers CM4963, CM4974, CM4957, CM4955, and CM4982), United Airlines (both flights are number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (all flights are number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 9, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Report from Presidential Advisory Health Council on Panama’s COVID-19 Crisis In the interest of keeping the U.S. citizen community in Panama informed, the U.S. Embassy has translated the report by Panama’s Presidential Advisory Health Council on the COVID-19 crisis. This report was distributed on July 3. We continue to strongly recommend that …
Read More» In the interest of keeping the U.S. citizen community in Panama informed, the U.S. Embassy has translated the report by Panama’s Presidential Advisory Health Council on the COVID-19 crisis. This report was distributed on July 3. We continue to strongly recommend that all U.S. citizens present in Panama closely follow health statements from the Government …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified seven upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flight numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (both flights are number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (all flights are number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 9, 10, 14, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flights numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (flight number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (flight number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, and 20. There …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flights numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (flight number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (flight number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, and 20. There …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 35,237 cases of COVID-19. On June 30, MINSA announced that in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste, the weekend curfew from 5:00 pm on Saturday until 5:00 am on Monday will continue through the month of July. On June …
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Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The other two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The other two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 25, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 29,037 cases of COVID-19. On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The second flight is operated by Spirit Airlines and is scheduled for July 2 (flight number NK6511). There are no …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The second flight is operated by Spirit Airlines and is scheduled for July 2 (flight number NK6511). There are no …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The three other flights are operated by Spirit Airlines and are scheduled for June 25, July 2, and July 9 …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The two other flights are operated by Spirit Airlines and are scheduled for July 2 and July 9 (flight number …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 18, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 23,351 cases of COVID-19. On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Airport Closure Extended On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On June 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 21,962 cases …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number NK 6511) and is scheduled for June 25. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 11, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 18,586 cases of COVID-19. MINSA also announced on June 11 that a health cordon has been declared in the community of Iber-Gun, in the township of Cristobal, Colon Province. Effective June 8, Panama’s National Immigration Service opened and started a 90-day …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. One operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19, the other is operated by Copa (flight number CM 4982) and is scheduled for June 20. There are no additional flights planned …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Three Month Extension of Migratory Status for Foreigners in Panama Panama’s National Immigration Service (SNM) is now open and taking new applications and appointments, but due to rules established by Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA), will only be operating at 25% capacity. Effective today, June 8, SNM started a 90-day period during …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Return to Quarantine in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 16,425 cases of COVID-19. On June 7, MINSA published a resolution regarding movement restrictions in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste. These provinces will return to movement restrictions based on gender and ID …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled …
Read More» Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled for June …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Return to Quarantine in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 6, the government announced that the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste will return to movement restrictions based on gender and ID number, starting on June 8. Gender restrictions allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday and …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Extended Curfew in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 15,044 cases of COVID-19. This weekend the curfew will be extended for Panama Oeste and Panama provinces. On Saturday, June 6 curfew will begin at 5 p.m. and will last until Monday, June 8 at …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Panama City, June 2, 2020. –As Panama’s Mes de la Etnia Negra, where we celebrated the contributions of Afro Panamanians around the world, comes to a close and Pride Month starts, I can’t help but reflect on the pain and difficult introspection the United States is facing. These months, like Black History Month in the …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available, operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3. There are not many seats left, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available, operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3. There are not many seats left, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Starting June 1 Quarantine Ends and Curfew Begins Starting June 1, the quarantine with movement restrictions will end. The quarantine and two-hour movement windows will be replaced by a curfew from 7 pm to 5 am, Monday through Sunday. Children will also be free to move about from 4 pm to …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation – Starting June 1 Quarantine Ends and Curfew Begins Starting June 1, the quarantine with movement restrictions will end. The quarantine and two-hour movement windows will be replaced by a curfew from 7 pm to 5 am, Monday through Sunday. Children will also be free to move about from 4 pm to …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
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21/5/2020 – Washington D.C. Since the first shots fired in the Revolutionary War, Americans have answered the call to duty and given their lives in service to our Nation and its sacred founding ideals. As we pay tribute to the lives and legacies of these patriots on Memorial Day, we also remember that they sacrificed …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 10,116 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by United Airlines (flight numbers – UA 3014 and UA 2417), scheduled for May 27 and June 3. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Due to the extraordinary and unpredictable nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, the June 2020 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) has been temporarily postponed. For new test and registration dates for the next FSOT to be offered, please refer to: https://home.pearsonvue.com/fsot Have you ever wanted to become a diplomat for the U.S. government? Here is your opportunity! …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM 4050), scheduled for May 25. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Humanitarian Flights Require Approval by the Government of Panama The Embassy is aware that United airlines is offering tickets for a flight on May 27. The Embassy has received no indication that this flight has been approved by the Panamanian government. We will continue to notify U.S. citizens in Panama of all …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 15, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days until June 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On May 15, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 9,268 cases of COVID-19. …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 9,118 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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Living across the pond? Working outside the states? No matter where you are, you can vote. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, you can have your absentee ballots sent to you this election year. Here’s how: Register to vote and request your ballot. Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) and send it to your election office by August 1 (or …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 13, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,944 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 12, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,783 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide movement restrictions, the Embassy encourages everyone to prepare …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 11, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,616 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 10, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,448 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 8, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,282 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
Read More» Washington D.C, May 9, 2020.- Today, President Donald J. Trump spoke with President Laurentino Cortizo Cohen of Panama regarding the two countries’ ongoing efforts to confront the coronavirus pandemic and protect the health and safety of their respective citizens. President Trump affirmed his support for the Government of Panama, offered resources to help support critical care …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two flights, both operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK 6511), scheduled for May 15 and 19. Each flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 8, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 8, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,070 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two flights, both operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK 6511), scheduled for May 15 and 19. Each flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 7, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,868 …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 6, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,731 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 5, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,523 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,387 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Months into fighting this pandemic at home and abroad, the United States remains the largest single country donor to the response efforts globally, building on decades of leadership in life-saving …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 3, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,197 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,090 cases …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 1, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,720 cases …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 30, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,532 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one flight, operated by Spirit Airlines (NK 6511), scheduled for May 8 with a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. NOTE – There are no other planned flights. …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 29, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,378 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 28, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,200 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 27, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,021 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 26, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,779 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 25, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,538 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 24, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,338 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 23, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,166 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 22, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,992 cases of COVID-19. On April 21, the Municipal Council of the City of Panama passed a new decree stating that anyone leaving their residence must be wearing a mask that covers their nose and mouth. Panamanian National Police and Municipal Police will …
Read More» Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2020 SUSPENSION OF ENTRY OF IMMIGRANTS WHO PRESENT A RISK TO THE UNITED STATES LABOR MARKET DURING THE ECONOMIC RECOVERY FOLLOWING THE 2019 NOVEL CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has significantly disrupted …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 20, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through May 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On April 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,821 cases of COVID-19. MINSA …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 20, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through May 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On April 20, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,658 cases of COVID-19. MINSA …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Erik Paul Bethel, of Florida, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Panama. Panama City, April 20, 2020. Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate Erik Bethel as Ambasssador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 19, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,467 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 18, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,273 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 17, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,210 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,016 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 15, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,751 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,574 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» U.S Department of State Office of the Spokesperson March 31, 2020 Full return of all members of the National Assembly (AN); Supreme Court (TSJ) lifts order of contempt and restores all powers to the AN, including immunities for deputies; National Constituent Assembly (ANC) is dissolved. The U.S. lifts sanctions imposed on ANC members due …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo April 8, 2020 Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. government, the United States has continued to lead the world’s public health and humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 13, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,472 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 12, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,400 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. On April 1, …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 10, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,974 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2, 752 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 8, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,528 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,249 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 6, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,100 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercially operated humanitarian flights for any qualified traveler with appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is one flight operated by Spirit Airlines (NK …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 5, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,988 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,801 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercially operated humanitarian flights for any qualified traveler with appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is one flight operated by Spirit Airlines …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 3, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,673 cases of COVID-19. On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,475 cases of COVID-19. On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Cancellation of April 4 and 5 Military Repatriation Flights The two anticipated U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 4 and 5 have been cancelled. The Embassy is not aware of any additional flights currently. The Embassy is exploring other options for evacuation flights. If you want to be considered for future …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturday Sunday: …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 4 and 5 with a limited …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturday Sunday: …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are three U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2, 4, and 5 with a …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On March 30, the government announced expanded movement restrictions based on gender, effective Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 a.m. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are three U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited number of seats available; we are in the process of notifying individuals who …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 29, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 989 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 28, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 901 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 27, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 786 cases of COVID-19. On March …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) accompanying U.S. citizen family members wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 …
Read More» Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 26, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 674 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
Read More» Event: Nationwide Suspension of Domestic Commercial and Charter Flights On March 26, Panama announced the nationwide suspension of commercial passenger and domestic charter flights, in addition to the March 22 ban on international commercial passenger flights. There are exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines. The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercial humanitarian and military …
Read More» Updated on July 1 U.S. citizens who are considering returning to the United States should work with their airlines to make travel arrangements while flights are still available. In case commercial transportation options cease to be available, we are compiling a list of persons seeking to leave Panama. Please enroll in STEP https://step.state.gov/step/ and also fill out …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Possible Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working to find evacuation options via commercial humanitarian and military flights for those U.S. Citizens wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is a U.S. military air flight scheduled for March 30 with a very limited number of seats available; …
Read More» U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson March 24, 2020 The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Nationwide Movement Restrictions Beginning March 25, 2020 Panama has enacted nationwide movement restrictions, also being referred to as quarantine, beginning Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 5:01 am. The movement restrictions will include regular windows of time for people to grocery shop, get medicines, or deal with medical emergencies based on the last digit of their cedula number or passport if an individual …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Expansion of Nationwide Curfew Hours Effective Tuesday, March 24, The Government of Panama will expand a nationwide curfew from the current times of 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Decree 504 establishes that people who break health regulations and quarantines will receive fines between $50,000 to $100,000, and …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Nationwide Movement Restrictions The Embassy received notice that Panama may enact nationwide movement restrictions at some point in the near future. As of now, the movement restrictions are not in effect, and we do not know when it will happen. However, it could be at any time. We are working to get more …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Three humanitarian flights to Houston operated by United will depart from Tocumen International Airport March 23 and 24, 2020. The U.S. Embassy in Panama City has been informed that United Airlines will operate the following humanitarian flights, which will depart from Tocumen International Airport and go to Houston, Texas. Please contact United Airlines …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Effective at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, Panama will suspend all commercial flights into and out of Panama. The Government of Panama enacted a nationwide curfew from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. On Thursday, March 19, the U.S. Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory. In light of the …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Effective at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, Panama will suspend all commercial flights into and out of Panama. On Thursday, March 19, the U.S. Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory. On March 19, the Panamanian government announced that all commercial flights into and out of Panama will be suspended …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Bureau Of Consular Affairs Global Health Advisory March 19, 2020 The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: Effective tonight, March 18, there will be an indefinite nationwide curfew between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. On March 17, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 86 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: On March 16, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 69 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. Panama …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 15, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 55 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and …
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The U.S. Embassy in Panama City is currently operating at reduced staffing. As a result, the Consular Section will be closed for routine services from Tuesday, March 17, 2020, until further notice. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. Currently, only the passport renewal process for adult American citizens …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 12, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 27 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 11, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening, …
Read More» Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 10, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced eight confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama (March 10, 2020) Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 9, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced the first …
Read More» Panama City, February 24, 2020. In coordination with the Government of Panama, the United States government will conduct a recovery mission over the next few weeks to recover and facilitate the possible transfer of the remains of two U.S. Navy aircrew members. The two service members are believed to have crashed near Santa Fe National …
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PANAMA CITY (Feb. 4, 2020) – The Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Western Hemisphere Affairs Sergio de la Peña arrived in Panama for a three-day visit to continue strengthening the U.S.-Panama security relationship. De la Peña’s official trip includes meetings with the Minister of Public Security Rolando Mirones and Administrator of the Panama Canal …
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Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
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. 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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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 …
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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 …
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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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