Expat Exchange
Free MembershipSign In

Panama Forum

9 years ago

Past President Martinelli

9 years ago
WHEN RICARDO MARTINELLI last visited Spain, as President of Panama, he made headlines in local newspapers as he did the social rounds, including dining with members of the royal family, who had played a significant role in commemoration ceremonies marking Panama’s 400th anniversary.

He is again in the headlines in El Pais in Spain, one of the country’s most influential and largest circulation newspapers. but this time the theme is one familiar to Panamanians citizens, “corruption”, focusing on the various cases that have enveloped the closest associates of the former president.

A prominent article headed: “A corruption scandal hits ex-president Martinelli”, recounts the cases of family, former ministers and former collaborators of the last government now behind bars.

It describes the ex-president as missing and in legal trouble "although apparently it is a kind of self-imposed exile in Miami. On March 2, the Supreme Court of Panama ratified a decision adopted on January 28 previous January to approve the opening of criminal proceedings to condemn the ex-president for alleged irregularities in the handling of $45 million in state contracts in the National Assistance Program (PAN), dedicated to giving food assistance to public schools." The story is familiar to all who live in Panama, but may come as a surprise to those who wined and dined him in Spain when he wore the presidential mantle.

Business Panama Group
Business Panama Group

Allianz Care
Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Allianz CareAllianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Living in Panama GuideLiving in Panama Guide

Our Guide to Living in Panama is a perfect primer for readers interested in Panama. Covers healthcare, cost of living, best places to live, residency, visas, real estate, moving tips and the pros and cons of living in Panama.

Panama Forum Panama Forum
Join our Panama forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Panama.

Contribute to Panama Network Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Panama.

Best Places to Live in Panama Best Places to Live in Panama

If you're dreaming about living in Panama, here are the 15 Best Places to Live in Panama in 2023.

Healthcare in PanamaHealthcare in Panama

Expats have differing opinions about healthcare in Panama. Many advice against public hospitals and healthcare, but some recount good experiences. This article covers public vs private healthcare, cost of healthcare, obtaining prescription medications and much more.

Cost of Living in PanamaCost of Living in Panama

Expats in Panama enjoy a relatively low cost of living. However, it's important to do your research to make sure you'll actually enjoy those saving while creating a high quality of life as an expat in Panama.

Moving to PanamaMoving to Panama Guide

Do you have to buy a round trip ticket when moving to Panama? How difficult is it to bring my dog? Should I buy a home in Panama? Can I find health

Real Estate in PanamaReal Estate in Panama

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Panama.

Pros Cons of Living in PanamaPros & Cons of Living in Panama

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Panama.

Retiring in PanamaRetiring in Panama

Advice for people retiring in Panama.

Visa and Residency PanamaPanama Visa & Residency Guide

This article covers the ins and outs of the most common tourist and residency visas that expats and global nomads obtain when moving to and living in Panama.

10 Tips for Living in Panama10 Tips for Living in Panama

If you've recently arrived in Panama, here are 10 tips for digital nomads living in Panama.

Allianz Care
Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Allianz CareAllianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Contribute to Panama Network Contribute
Help others in Panama by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Panama.

Business Panama Group
Business Panama Group

Copyright 1997-2024 Burlingame Interactive, Inc.

Privacy Policy Legal