Yesterday, Patrick and I went to downtown Puerto to do some shopping. You really can find just about anything in town if you take the time to walk around and explore the multitude of shops! Afterwards, we decided to try…
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The National Assembly is scheduled to give the final approval for the Del Monte subsidiary, Banapiña, to begin operations in the district of Baru on April 17, 2017. This time we all hope that the signatures needed will happen without…
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Sunrise Inn, formerly called Tsunami Inn, is now under new ownership. I have personally stayed at this quaint little boutique hotel at least a dozen times. It is well worth a stay if you are planning a visit to Puerto…
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March and April 2017 are tense times in the District of Barú , Chiriqui Province, Panama. Why? The ongoing delays by the Panamanian government to finalize the contract to allow Del Monte’s subsidiary, Banapiña Panamá, to begin operations in the district…
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NOTE: On April 26, 2017, after the publication of this article, the contract law #36-2017, Bill #488, between Del Monte subsidiary Banapiña Panamá S, A and Panama was APPROVED . Below is some of the process that was gone through to…
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Comptroller Agreement between the State and Banapiña de Panama SA Signed April 5, 2017: The General Comptroller of the Republic hereby endorsing the contract between the State of Banapiña de Panama SA. This contract in accordance with the terms…
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In this short video, taken at the Municipal Gymnasium in downtown Puerto Armuelles, President Varela talks about the republic of Panama’s commitment to new projects in the district of Baru. For an overview of what he talked about at this…
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Patrick and I were riding our bicycles in downtown Puerto today and decided to have lunch at one of our favorite Panamanian restaurants, Kiosco Caballero. We usually come here for breakfast, so lunch was new for us. As always, they…
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As dusk fell on the Central Park in Puerto Armuelles, across from the pier, March 18th, 2017, animal lovers from all around Puerto gathered to light candles, say prayers, and share support for the well-being of domestic and orphaned animals….
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This photo was taken in 1992, when Chiquita was still operating in Puerto Armuelles. Cargo ships were loaded with bananas on the pier that is now a major landmark in town. …
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