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    Panama

    Panama at a glance

    Capital city

    Panama City

    Population

    4.1 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $1,950/month (Numbeo, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 83/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    1.82/5 — rank 49/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Spanish

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    People & culture

    The culture is a vibrant tapestry of indigenous traditions and international influences, defined by a warm, welcoming spirit.