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Panama
A combination of surging world trade volumes and a boom in port development, infrastructure and commercial and residential property is bringing Chinese-style growth to Panama and inviting comparisons with international business centres such as Dubai - -
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Gates unlocked to surprise prosperity
Richard Lapper and Adam Thomson report on Panama’s big change in fortunes
The economy: Excessive wealth fails to filter down to the poor
Heady expansion of shipping has led to a new-found dynamism, writes Adam Thomson
Tourism: Slip of a country starts to catch up
Adam Thomson on a destination that is enjoying being at the centre of attention
Banking: In praise of national champions
Richard Lapper talks to a banker keen to keep a local stake in the industry
Politics: Good luck, good timing
Torrijos is bringing a much more disciplined approach to office, writes Richard Lapper
The environment: A modern day conflict
Richard Lapper reports on the potentially damaging effects of expansion
The Canal: A post-Panamax renaissance
A new generation of mega ships is set to take advantage of the country’s $5.25bn expansion, writes Richard Lapper
Panama Canal Authority: Rapid pace of development
Richard Lapper on the company integrating the canal with the local economy
Property: Ideal spot for the second home
Price and proximity to the US are big drivers, writes Adam Thomson
The old quarter: A careful effort to stick to tradition
Adam Thomson reports on the charms of a Unesco heritage site
