The revision of Law 57 of 6 August 2008 General Merchant Marine, one of the pillar projects of the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) current administration, is progressing steadily through a working group composed of various stakeholders in the maritime sector and facilitated by the University of Panama’s Inter-American School of Social Dialogue and Tripartism (EI-DiSTReC), […]

The Consulate General of Panama in Hong Kong celebrated the one hundred and nineteenth anniversary of Panama’s separation from Colombia on 4th November 2022. On this occasion we had the honor to have the presence of the Deputy Secretary for Justice, Mr. Horace Cheung as the Guest of Honor, as well as the members of […]

Senior Technical Officer Mr. Hernandez of the Hong Kong Segumar office, participated in the Hong Kong Technical Committee Meeting held on November 3rd, 2022 and organized by Lloyd’s Register.

Panama is located in the world’s intersection. Its geographical advantage makes the Panama Canal one of the main transportation arteries and seven wonders of the modern world. Panama’s tropical climate and rich natural resources nurture various tropical animals and plants, attracting a huge number of tourists and business opportunities. This year, Panama is ranked as […]

The Consulate General of Panama in Hong Kong participated in the 27th Macao International Trade and Investment Fair, Latin American Pavilion celebrated on 20 – 22 October 2022, organized by MAPEAL. Thank you for your support and we are hoping to straighten our presence in both Hong Kong and Macao, letting local residents know about […]

Consul General of Panama Jaime Andres Campuzano and Chief of Segumar’s Hong Kong Office Engineer Rolando Hernandez gathered together with editor Mike Grinter of The Hong Kong Maritime Hub for an interview about Panama Ship Registry, Seafarers’ welfare and much more. Read the interview on The Port of Hong Kong Handbook & Directory 2022

All restrictions or requirements around COVID-19 has been lifted. No need to present negative test result, vaccination scheme or declaration form To know more, visit www.tourismpanama.com

As of September 12, 2022, for a period of three (3) months. The National Migration Service informs its users and publishes in general the new provisions established by Executive Decree No. 86 of September 9, 2022. The Decree exempts Cuban citizens traveling to Cuba from the requirement to obtain a passenger or crew visa; also […]

23/09 – 25/09 at the Asia World Expo Hong Kong The Consulate General of Panama in Hong Kong participated in the event “Belt & Road National Art & Culture Expo Incorporating The 4th Hong Kong International Arts & Collectibles Expo 2022” showcasing Panama’s Culture and Art.

The Panama Ship Registry has grown in tonnage by 9.6%, adding 20.4M GT between July 2019 when the current administration took over, and July 2022 (as of today) with a total tonnage of 239.4M GT. The Panamanian fleet is composed of 8,587 vessels at July 2022, according to IHS Markit.