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Panama
Panama at a glance
Population: 3.0 million (2005e)
Capital: Panama City
Currency: Balboas
Language: Spanish (official), English spoken widely
Literacy: 90.8% (91.4%M/90,2%F)
Life Expectancy: 72.9M / 78.5F
UN Development Index (2005):
56 / 177 countries
Source: International Trade Canada
Country Information
Panama Fact Sheet
From International Trade Canada, this page provides up to date background information on Panama including political and economic data .
CIA World Fact Book
The best site for a quick overview of Panama. Includes basic information on geography, people, government, economy, transportation and more.
US Department of State
Provides some basic background information on Panama.
Resources for Canadians
Centre for Intercultural Learning - Panama
Discover the cultural aspects of doing business in Panama from what to wear to non-verbal communication. A superb site.
Canadian Embassy in Panama
This embassy serves Panama and provides information for Canadians and Panamanians.
Panama Travel Report
The current travel report from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Sources of project financing - Panama
A list of possible sources of funding.
Canada's market access priority for Panama
A brief article on the Panama market potential for Canadian companies.
