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International Schools in Panama: A Guide for Families Moving to Panama

Panama City offers a diverse selection of international schools for families relocating to the country, with IB, American, British, French, German and bilingual education options. This guide explores some of the leading international schools in Panama, typical tuition costs, curricula, locations and key factors families should consider when choosing both a school and a place to live.

Oct 6, 202610 min read
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Mercan Group Launches Albor at Santa María, Its First Residential Project in PanamaNews

Mercan Group Launches Albor at Santa María, Its First Residential Project in Panama

Mercan Group celebrated the groundbreaking of Albor at Santa María, its first residential development in Panama. The project marks a new milestone in the Group’s expansion in the country amid the evolution of Panama’s Qualified Investor Program and growing international interest in real estate investment.

Oct 5, 20264 min read
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Panama Is Redefining Investment in Latin AmericaNews

Panama Is Redefining Investment in Latin America

Panama is strengthening its position as a key destination for international investment, business, and mobility in Latin America. In a recent feature by Investment Migration Insider (IMI), the country’s dollarized economy, strategic location, Qualified Investor Program, and growing real estate market are highlighted alongside Mercan Group’s expanding presence in Panama. With major developments including Pullman Panama City and Albor at Santa María, Mercan continues to invest directly in the country while connecting international investors with opportunities in one of the region’s most dynamic markets.

Oct 1, 20265 min read
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Panama Strengthens Its Qualified Investor Program: What Executive Decree No. 17 Means for InvestorsNews

Panama Strengthens Its Qualified Investor Program: What Executive Decree No. 17 Means for Investors

Panama has introduced Executive Decree No. 17 of 2026, strengthening and consolidating the framework of its Qualified Investor Program. The new rules maintain the USD 300,000 minimum investment for qualifying new, first-sale real estate while introducing clearer processing timelines, greater flexibility for investor families and additional safeguards for real estate investments.

Sep 18, 20265 min read
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Jerry Morgan, Founder and CEO of Mercan GroupMercan News

Mercan Group builds on three decades of international success

With more than three decades of international experience, Mercan Group continues to expand its global footprint across investment, hospitality and real estate, building on its success in markets such as Portugal, Greece and Panama.

Aug 26, 20264 min read
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Development Milestone Ceremony Pullman Panama City Mercan PanamaMercan News

Mercan Group Announces Its First Hotel Development in Panama: Pullman Panama City

MERCAN Group has officially announced Pullman Panama City, its first hotel development in Panama. Developed in partnership with Accor under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand, the mixed-use project will feature more than 300 keys, including 180 hotel rooms and 126 executive suites, alongside dining, wellness, meeting and entertainment spaces. The property is scheduled to open in 2028.

Aug 24, 20265 min read
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Expat family moving to a new home in PanamaResidency

Why Panama Is One of the Best Countries for Expats in 2026

Panama continues to stand out as one of the best countries for expats, combining quality of life, financial advantages, business opportunities and flexible residency pathways. Discover what makes Panama an attractive destination for living, investing and building a future abroad.

Aug 11, 20267 min read
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Rendering of Pullman Panama City, Accor's first premium hotel in Panama, developed in partnership with Mercan GroupMercan News

Accor Signs Pullman Panama City, Bringing Its First Premium Hotel Brand to Panama

Accor has announced the signing of Pullman Panama City, marking the debut of Pullman Hotels & Resorts in Panama and the country's first premium Accor hotel. Developed in partnership with Mercan Group, the project reinforces Panama's position as a leading destination for international business, tourism, and investment.

Jul 31, 20265 min read
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Jordi Vilanova at RPC Radio PanamaMercan Mews

Global Investors Turn Their Attention to Panama

Panama is attracting a broader range of international investors seeking growth, diversification and strategic opportunities. Jordi Vilanova, President of Mercan Properties, explains why the company is investing US$200 million in the country and what is driving Panama’s growing global appeal.

Jul 30, 20264 min read
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Panama City Financial District SkylineBlog

Why More Global Investors Are Looking for a Plan B and Why Panama Is Becoming One of Latin America's Top Choices

Global investors are increasingly seeking a "Plan B" through investment migration. Explore why geographic diversification is becoming a key wealth strategy and why Panama is gaining recognition as one of Latin America's most attractive destinations for international investors.

Jul 29, 20265 min read
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Why Are More International Investors Choosing Panama?

Discover why Panama continues to attract international investors. In this interview, Jordi Vilanova, President of Mercan Properties, shares the key advantages that make Panama a leading investment destination, from its economic stability and strategic location to the Panama Qualified Investor Program.

Jul 24, 20261 min read
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Panama delegation at the IMC Forum Paris 2026Mercan News

Panama Strengthens Its Position as a Strategic Destination for Investment Migration at IMC Forum Paris 2026

Panama strengthened its international position as a leading investment migration destination during IMC Forum Paris 2026. In partnership with Mercan Group, the country showcased the Panama Qualified Investor Program, its dollarized economy, global connectivity, and long-term investment opportunities to an international audience of investors and industry leaders.

Jul 23, 20263 min read
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