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Zona Libre Panama Explained

What is a Zona Libre or Tax Free zone?

It is a geographical area that allows companies located in this zone to import and export products without paying any duties. This allows products to stay competitively priced when it arrives at its final destination.

More information about Panama

The Republic of Panama is located in Central America. The border countries are Colombia and Costa Rica. The population is approximately four million people. Although it is a small country, it is one of strongest economies in Latin America as it is strategically located as the doors to the region. The language that is spoken is Spanish but there is a large English speaking community. The Republic of Panama also enjoys economic stability thanks to the use of the US dollar as its legal tender which fluctuates less than other currencies in the region. A large banking center, a strong insurance industry and high tech ports also contribute to the success of this zone. It is also the home of the famous Panama Canal which allows ship to cross from the Pacific to the Atlantic and vice versa in less than one day. This saves a valuable amount of time and money.

Why should you buy from the Zona Libre Panama?

Thanks to the Panama Canal, the Zona Libre Panama is ideally located at the crossroads of the world.

Quick summary:

*Most important tax free zone in Latin America and the Caribbean

*Second largest tax free zone after Hong Kong

*More than 400 hectares

*2500 wholesale companies

*Over 200 000 buyers visiting the zone every year

*More than 20 000 employees

*14 billion import and exports every year

In 2014, the expansion of the Panama Canal is expected to be completed. This will allow Post Panamax ships to use the locks as well. This will further contribute to the growth of the Zona Libre Panama.

By: joshadekane1

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