(Panamadigest) Panama should be certifying gems by year’s end as it continues in its quest to become the diamond capital of Latin America. Representatives of the International Gemological Institute said on Tuesday that they are committed to the prompt installation of the Panama Diamond Exchange and the development of a free zone for the expansion of the jewelry … [Read more...]

(Globalatlanta) Panama’s role as a logistics hub and Uruguay’s position as an entry point into a key South American trade bloc offer Atlanta companies better access to markets in the Americas, the U.S. ambassadors to those countries said during a presentation Nov. 15 at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Some 40 Atlanta businesspeople attended the event, which was co-hosted by the … [Read more...]

(Calgaryherald) Panama is attracting Canadian snowbirds looking for a retirement property or second homes. Why this particular Central American country? The weather, obviously, is a factor, but there is also the fact it has some appealing financial benefits for people looking to retire there. And Donald Trump being Donald Trump, he recognized the eye candy, … [Read more...]

(PanamInvestorblog) Panama continues to attract multinational companies and this article from La Prensa tells us who they are. Machine translated from La Prensa Three new multinational companies have chosen Panama to establish their regional headquarters. It is Germany's Bosch and Kuehne + Nagel and Spanish Puig. Bosch provides services and technology in sectors such … [Read more...]

(PanamaInvestor) Panama has come a long way in a short time with telecommunication. Just a few short years ago getting internet in our neck of the woods was difficult and now it can be found just about everywhere in the country. This insiders article provides an excellent overview of the telecom status and where it is headed. From TMCNET.com Shake up in Panamas … [Read more...]