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Politics in Panama: A basic rundown for expats

Politics in Panama: A basic rundown for expats

Politics in Panama can, at times, seem overwhelming to both outsiders and Panamanians, but it doesn't have to be. Panama is a country with a rich political history and a vibrant democracy, and despite many flaws, is one of the reasons Panama is so stable and appealing...

How Panama is poised to evolve past post-corruption problems

How Panama is poised to evolve past post-corruption problems

Panamanian political groups, state-run organizations, and politicians have had a rough go at shaking the “corruption” label over the past few years, and it shows. People are upset, people are tired of feeling scammed, people want a change, and they’re taking action to...

Cortizo Wins Highly Contested Panama Presidential Election

Cortizo Wins Highly Contested Panama Presidential Election

In what seemed to be a relatively mild and scandal-free campaign season leading up to the 2019 elections, Panama has voted and chosen a new president. That president, elected by just over a third of Panama’s voters, is Nito Cortizo. While not a particularly radical...