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Panama at a Glance

Some Facts about Panama

Population2.7 million
ClimateTropical
Rainy season:May to January
Dry season:January to May
Size 29,208 sq. miles, about the size of South Carolina
LanguageSpanish, English a strong second language
GovernmentDemocratic
Religion85% Catholic, 15% Protestant
Ethnic groups 70% mestizo, 14% black, 10% white, 6% Amerindian
CurrencyUS dollar
Economy75% services, l6% industry, 10% agriculture
Inflation rate 1.5%
Unemployment rate14%
Major trade partners Exports: USA, Germany, Sweden
Imports:USA, Japan, Ecuador
Key domestic industries Financial services, Free Zone operations, Tourism, Transshipment-related (Canal, Ports, logistical center activities) construction, insurance, manufacturing
ExportsBananas, shrimp

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