In an agreement signed by Vice President Juan Carlos Varela and new U.S. Ambassador to Panama Phyllis Powers, the United States agreed to donate $10 million to strengthen security in Panama. Varela said that this non-refundable donation will focus cooperation on maritime and border security; combating transnational crime; equipment and training; and strengthening rule...
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Four men were detained in the La Laguna de Pocrí, a hamlet on the road to Pedasi in Los Santos province, for allegedly peddling sacred objects known as huacas. Raul Mora, assistant commissioner of the area, said that authorities found small lithic pieces upon apprehending the subjects, La Critica reports. Huacas date to the...
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The current administration has spent $1.2 million on restoration of the Presidential Palace in Casco Antiguo since stepping into office in July 2010. The details of these projects, however, remain classified. “The improvements and plans cannot be disclosed in just any instance because the building has to guaranty the security of the President,” said...
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