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. 

Featured Events

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​1st Illicit Trade Summit of Customs Directors-General of the Americas

Panama City, March 26-27 2024 – La Autoridad Nacional de Aduanas de Panama (ANA) and the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) convened the 1st Illicit Trade Summit of Customs Directors-General of the Americas. This summit served as a crucial platform to strengthen coordination, capabilities, and common standards in the ongoing battle against illicit trade. The event drew the participation of 25 Directors-General from across the Americas, reflecting a significant milestone in the collective fight against illicit trade in the region. From Canada to Argentina, leaders came together to engage in fruitful discussions and share insights.

1st Illicit Trade Summit of Customs Directors-General of the Americas

Capacity building seminar

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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MoU Ceremony

22 April 2022 - TRACIT and the Panama Customs Authority (La Autoridad Nacional de Aduanas, ANA) signed an MOU to deepen collaboration between the two organizations on fighting illicit trade.  More...
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Media Release: 
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Interviews

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MEDIA CENTER

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

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