Press Releases 2012

U.S. Embassy Supports Apede Education Conference With Education Reform Expert (Apr 26)

The U.S. Embassy in Panama supported the Annual Conference of Business Executives (CADE) “Edu-conomy” sponsored by the Panamanian Association of Business Executives (APEDE), with a visit by Myrna Castrejon, an expert on education reform and charter schools in the USA.
U.S. Government Makes Donation To Hospital In Yaviza, Darien (Apr 19)

The Chargé d’ Affairs of the U.S. Embassy, John Law, visited the province of Darién to inaugurate the Manuel A. Nieto Hospital renovations in Yaviza. Mr. Law was accompanied by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Health (MINSA), Dr. Félix Bonilla.
Fact Sheet: Small Business Network of the Americas (Apr 13)

President Obama has noted that “small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the cornerstones of our Nation’s promise.” The same is true throughout the Western Hemisphere, where the small business sector plays a critical role in job creation and broad-based economic growth.
CODIS Letter of Agreement (Apr 9)

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Assistant Director David Christian Hassell presented a signed Letter of Agreement to the Government of Panama today, authorizing the use of the FBI Laboratory’s Combined DNA Index System (CODIS).
Easter and Passover Greetings from President Obama (Apr 7)

For millions of Americans, this weekend is a time to celebrate redemption at God's hand.
Statement by the President on Easter (Apr 6)

This Sunday, Michelle and I will join Christians across the country and around the world to celebrate Easter and give thanks for the all-important gift of grace.
Launch of Youth Crusade for Peace (Mar 31)

The United States Government, through the Alcance Positivo Program, and funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), MEDCOM Corporation and six local non-governmental organizations, launched the Youth Crusade for Peace today.
Clarification on Scholarships Offered by the US Embassy in Panama (Mar 30)

The U.S. Government, through its Embassy in Panama, offers a wide range of scholarship and exchange opportunities for everyone from undergraduate and graduate level university students and teachers to high school students and English teachers. There are even scholarship opportunities to study within Panama for those who would like to study English.
Delay In The Delivery Of U.S. Civil Service Retirement Checks (Mar 30)

The Consular Section of the Embassy of the United States wishes to advise all U.S. Civil Service retirees and beneficiaries that, due to a delay in the shipment of the checks for April 2012 from the United States to Panama, the checks will be delivered to the Postal Center on Monday, April 2, 2012, for distribution to the post offices in the Republic of Panama.
U.S. and Panama Broaden Collaboration in Citizen Security (Mar 28)

The U.S. Embassy signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Panamanian government, under the Central American Regional Security Initiative (CARSI), that will provide an additional $4 million for fiscal year 2012 in programs related to security in the region. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Roberto C. Henríquez and the U.S. Ambassador to Panama, Phyllis Powers.
Forestry Conference on Forest Management in Panama (Mar 15)

The U.S. Government, through the Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center (CATIE), hosted a Forestry Conference on the state of natural forest management and the use of instruments for better use of forest resources.
Peace Corps Swear In 55 New Volunteers (Mar 14)

In a ceremony held in the Interoceanic Canal Museum, fifty-five new Peace Corps Volunteers were sworn in by the Chargé d’ Affairs, a.i. of the United States Embassy in Panama, John Law, and the Director of the Peace Corps in Panama, Brian Riley. The ceremony also featured Davina Cole, director of the Language Unit of the Ministry of Education.
U.S. Major General Gerald W. Ketchum Visits Panama (Mar 14)

Major General Gerald W. Ketchum arrived in Panama yesterday for a three day visit. This visit will serve to reinforce the relationship between Panama and the United States will serve as an opportunity for him to see firsthand the successes of the government of Panama’s civic action programs in the Darien.
FACT SHEET: The Central American Citizen Security Partnership (Mar 6)

In his meeting earlier today with the Presidents of Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama and the Foreign Minister of the Dominican Republic, Vice President Biden discussed the challenges of crime and violence affecting Central America and the Caribbean.
Inauguration of “Por mi Barrio” Center with Alcance Positivo/USAID (Mar 3)

The United States Government, through their USAID, and in collaboration with the Municipal Committee for Violence Prevention of Panama and the Ayudando a Vivir Foundation, inaugurated the ‘Por Mi Barrio’ Youth Center in the December 24th sector of the Cabuyita sub-district.
U.S. Embassy and Riba Smith Inaugurate Project in Emberá-Wounaan Comarca (Mar 2)

The United States Embassy, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and in collaboration with the leaders of the Emberá-Wounaan Comarca, inaugurated the first plantain collection and preparation plant in the Río Chico region in Darién.
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Visits Panama (Feb 29)

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano, visits Panama today on the last leg of her three day trip to Mexico and Central America.
Secretary Clinton with Tunisian Youth (Feb 26)

Now, the future is always somewhat uncertain, but what is certain to me is that it will be the young people of Tunisia who determine what the future will be.
Secretary Napolitano's Upcoming Visit To Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica And Panama (Feb 26)

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner David Aguilar, and Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for International Affairs Alan Bersin will travel to the Region on Feb. 27-29
IRS Issues Proposed Regulations for FATCA Implementation (Feb 15)

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued on February 8 proposed regulations for the next major phase of implementing the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
USS INGRAHAM, Coast Guards and People to People Donation (Feb 9)

On February 9th, twenty crew members from the USS INGRAHAM traveled to Arraijan to complete a community relations project at a nearby orphanage, San Jose de Malambo. The group donated bedding materials, soccer balls, and office supplies.
The U.S. Embassy in Panama announces new waiting time

The U.S. Embassy in Panama announces that the wait time for non-immigrant visa appointments is approximately two weeks, and likely to remain so for the foreseeable future.
U.S. Embassy Hosts Training to Counter Trafficking in Persons in Panama (Jan 31)

The U.S. Embassy, in cooperation with Panama's Office of the Attorney General, hosted a week-long training from January 23-31 to combat trafficking in persons.
Panamanian Youths meet with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (Jan 27)

Five Panamanian youths from Santiago de Veraguas met with U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as participants in theYouth Ambassadors 2012 program.
US Ambassador Phyllis Powers Speaks about Security and America Investment in Panama (Jan 23)

U.S. Ambassador Phyllis Powers gave the keynote address at today's security forum entitled Growing the Public-Private Partnership for Security.
FHI 360 Seeks Panamanian Partner (Jan 5)

Global development organization FHI 360 is seeking a request for proposal from a Panamanian partner for an exchange program on sports and social change.