Panama was re-elected at the London-based International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in the Category A, and was one of the most voted countries by the General Assembly.

Any foreigner who has remained outside the national territory, for a period of more than 2 years and up to 6 years, may request the rehabilitation of their Permanent Resident Permit. In this way, Resolution No. 22657 of August 12, 2015 is without effect.

Panama, the world largest Ship Registry, has been re-elected in Category “A” of the Council of the International Maritime Organization which reiterates the position of the registry and its leadership. Panama has been in Category “A” of the Council since 2003, demonstrating a high level of commitment to the Organization. Only 40 countries of the […]

PANAMA—-July 22, 2021— The Panama Maritime Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Panama, have renewed the Agreement on Maritime Transport between the Government of the Republic of Panama and the Government of the People’s Republic of China.

Panama Maritime Authority 2 years of Management (Video)

The Renewal of the Maritime Transport Agreement between People’s Republic of China

PANAMA—-June 16, 2021— Panama has signed the Declaration of the Gulf of Guinea, a document calling for further action, through a wide range of collective efforts, to urgently put an end to piracy in the Gulf of Guinea and provide security for its seafarers. The Declaration was drafted in response to growing concerns about attacks […]

PANAMA—-June 8, 2021— In spite of the pandemic caused by Covid-19, Panama Ship Registry continues to grow. During the first four months of this year, 104 newly built vessels were registered, representing 3.2M GT, showing that the Panamanian Register remains the flag of preference and most favorable option thanks to the country’s legal security. The […]