Germany, acknowledged the progress and advancement of Panama on financial transparency, and reaffirmed its support before the Global Forum.

One year after the Free Trade Agreement ("FTA") came into force between Mexico and Panama, the country has considerably increased exports to Mexico.

The Government of Panama and the Kingdom of Belgium agreed to launch negotiations on an instrument to facilitate the exchange of tax information between the two countries.

The First InterLumi international forum and exhibition ("Fair") with more than 200 exhibits in lighting and LED technology will take place in Panama.

Tocumen International Airport, the main air terminal in Panama, has set up eight new positions for boarding aircrafts as part of its expansion process.

Panama is coming closer to become part of the Pacific Alliance ("Alliance"), because of its geopolitical position, progress in trade agreements and the opportunities offered by the expanded Canal.