PANAMA looking to tighten up Ex-Pat benefits from the EU side

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/panama-sigue-en-lista-de-la-ue-la-territorialidad-es-el-punto-de-discusion-clave-CC20000354 Panama will remain on the European Union’s list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes. One of the key points of discussion is territoriality, a pillar of the Panamanian economic model that only taxes individuals on income generated within the country. On Monday, February 16, the EFE news agency , citing “diplomatic sources,” reported that Panama would…

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Carnaval ( like any large event ) has the ugly side as well

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/carnavales-2026-deja-10776-personas-atendidas-en-hospitales-y-centros-de-salud-GC20001263 According to the official report, 907 cases of trauma, 24 burns, 64 food poisonings, and 59 vehicle accidents were reported, in addition to five deaths recorded during this period. In terms of emergencies, the Ministry of Health carried out 630 medical transfers: 268 by land, 2 by water, 5 by air, 270 inter-hospital and…

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People STILL love coming and seeing this Bad Boy work. No wonder everyone wants it?

The Panama Canal visitor centers surpassed one million visits during fiscal year 2025, confirming their role as one of the country’s main tourist attractions. In total, 1,003,911 people toured these facilities between October 2024 and September 2025, representing a 22% increase over the previous fiscal year and a 37% increase compared to 2023, the first…

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This weekend brings GREAT event in BOQUETE

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/24/youre-invited-to-expo-boquete-in-panama/   Join us for an unforgettable celebration of culture, innovation, and community at Expo Boquete, happening September 26–28 at the Boquete Fairgrounds from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day — and best of all, admission is free! Here’s just a glimpse of what awaits you: • Fashion shows and a pet show •…

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Government finds $7.1 Million to improve this Diplomatic Villa,,,,but BOCAS AIRPORT is a embarassment?

https://www.prensa.com/unidad-investigativa/la-presidencia-destina-71-millones-para-ampliar-y-restaurar-la-villa-diplomatica/ “JB”-   I have spent a great deal of time pre-occupied with BDT for,,,,,well it seems like “forever” now. I already know that the Government exhibits a DGAF attitude when it comes to Law Enforcement, Utility Monitoring, Rackateering, Bribery, etc and so on……YET in spite of all of this. It remains the most BEAUTIFUL region…

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Well according to this post, the answer seems to be YES

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/04/national-police-receive-vehicles-to-strengthen-security-in-tourist-areas/   The National Police’s Special Environmental, Rural, and Tourism Police Service (SEPART) received 19 vehicles through a cooperation agreement signed between the Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Public Security to strengthen security in areas of interest to both nationals and tourists.  The deputy director general of the National Police, Jorge Domínguez, said that…

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FUTURE TELLER: Check in on this story in 4 Years to find out what corruption got “greased” for the Bid!

“JB”-  just take solace that you don’t see ODEBRECHT mentioned here.  https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/tren-panama-david-los-paises-que-compiten-por-financiar-el-megaproyecto-HD15167909 Through several international tours, the government has sought out more than four countries that have openly expressed interest in financing this project. The latest to enter the fray is Japan, through its Mizuho Bank. The Panama-David train project continues to attract interest from…

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REAL” developers doing some “REAL” developing down in BDT. Miracles do happen

“JB”– Those goddamn “pirates” at it again. Just bringing business and jobs to BDT that’s all. And I hear they do background checks to not employ MURDERERS.  Soggy Bottom Bar & Grill is a new establishment on Isla Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro, Panama, opened in July 2025. Located on Wizard Beach, it offers a Caribbean…

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Arrivals at Tocumen to receive the “HAWAII/ALOHA” greeting when coming to PANAMA

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/07/26/tourists-welcomed-at-tocumen-airport-with-panamanian-tradition-and-polleras/   Panama City:  A colorful and moving parade of women and girls dressed in various styles of pollera, the traditional Panamanian costume, surprised thousands of travelers this Friday at Terminals 1 and 2 of Tocumen International Airport. The event, the first of its kind at the airport, aimed to pay tribute to the national culture and…

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Interesting: How is it the “Pirates” and “Land Grabbers” are in FORBES and CONDE’ NAST all the time?

“JB”- Editorial  Back in the day, before I came to the crystal clear realization that Joe Haley and RFB are all a pack of schemsters, liars, and bullies-  I actually have documented calls and e-mails from this prick.   He opined consistently how they (RFB) were “Victims” of TRES CRUCES and the long yarns of the…

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