According to the minstry of Economy and Finance things continue to advance in Panama at a rapid pace. This from Panama America

The Growth of the Panamanian economy this year will be of 8%, minister Economy and Finance, Héctor Alexander assured yesterday. The govt officer explained from 2004 to 2006 country grew 7.5%, while last year 8.1% and this year will grow not less of 8%, which will stay during the next years, due to the fundamentals of growth are in place. (Panama America)