Panama is a vibrant Central American nation known for its strategic location and bustling trade routes. Unfortunately, it grapples with the issue of illicit trade. Panama's position as a key transit hub connecting North and South America, coupled with its dynamic economy, has made it susceptible to various forms of illicit trade. From counterfeit products and smuggled goods to illegal wildlife trade and money laundering, Panama faces significant challenges in combating these illicit activities.
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Panama City, 12 July 2023 – The Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) and the Panama Customs Authority (La Autoridad Nacional de Aduanas, ANA) concluded a two-day working meeting to deepen tactics to mitigate illicit trade through maritime container traffic and air cargo transport of small parcels. The meeting was part of the follow up activities deriving from the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) both organizations signed last year to strengthen cooperation to stop illicit trade through Panama.
Media Release: English | Español Background and Discussion Paper: Illicit Trade in Panama |
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Inicia en Aduanas taller sobre mitigación del comercio ilícito
Panama City, 12 July 2023
Interview with Radio Ancón
Panama City, 13 July 2023
Aumento en contrabando de cigarrillos electrónicos debido al incremento en el uso de estos productos
Conversamos son Esteban Guidici, de la Alianza Transnacional, 14 July 2023
Autoridad de Aduanas firma Acuerdo de cooperación para combatir el comercio irregular
Panama City, 22 April 2022
Panama City, 12 July 2023
Interview with Radio Ancón
Panama City, 13 July 2023
Aumento en contrabando de cigarrillos electrónicos debido al incremento en el uso de estos productos
Conversamos son Esteban Guidici, de la Alianza Transnacional, 14 July 2023
Autoridad de Aduanas firma Acuerdo de cooperación para combatir el comercio irregular
Panama City, 22 April 2022