Information about Panama's national conditions

Independence Day:165438+1October 3rd (1903)

National Day:165438+1October 3rd (1903)

National flag: it is a horizontal rectangle with an aspect ratio of 3: 2. The flag surface consists of four equal horizontal rectangles: the upper left and the lower right are white rectangles with blue and red five-pointed stars on them; The lower left corner is a blue rectangle, and the upper right corner is a red rectangle. White symbolizes peace; Red and blue represent the former Panamanian Liberal Party and Conservative Party respectively. The position of these two colors on the national flag shows that the two parties unite to fight for the interests of the nation. The two five-pointed stars symbolize loyalty and strength respectively. This flag was designed by the first Panamanian President Manuel Amador Guerrero.

National emblem: the central pattern is the coat of arms. There are five groups of patterns on the shield: the isthmus of Panama in the middle, which shows the geographical position and importance of Panama. It connects Central America and South America and is the traffic artery between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The pattern of the sun and the moon on the isthmus symbolizes the independence of the country. In the upper left corner are crossed swords and rifles, symbolizing the Panamanian people's spirit of fighting for independence; The shovel and hammer in the upper right corner represent labor; In the lower left corner is a horn symbolizing prosperity, symbolizing the country's prosperity and prosperity; The winged flywheel in the lower right corner represents progress. At the top of the coat of arms is a big vulture called "the king of birds", and the ribbon in its beak says "benefit the world"; Above the eagle are nine yellow five-pointed stars, representing nine provinces and one special zone in Panama. Panama's flag is decorated on both sides of the coat of arms.

National bird: The vulture is the national bird of Panama. It is the heaviest eagle of all kinds. This eagle has several upright feathers on its head, which look like horns from a distance and are very powerful. It is reported that the heavier the bird, the slower its reproduction speed. Only two eggs are laid every three to four years, and one of them can hatch chickens.

National flower: long inflorescence orchid

State dignitaries: President martin torrijos was elected in May 2004 and sworn in in in September.

Population: 2.72 million (estimated1997); Among them, Indo-European hybrids account for 70%, blacks account for 14%, whites account for 10%, and Indians account for 6%. Spanish is the official language. 85% of the residents believe in Catholicism, 4.7% in Protestantism and 4.5% in Islam.

Capital: Panama City, located on the peninsula near the Pacific inlet of the Panama Canal. The city faces panama bay and is backed by the picturesque Ankang Valley. Originally an Indian fishing village, the old town was built in 15 19. 1903 After Panama declared its independence from Colombia, the city became the capital.

Physical geography: 755 17 square kilometers. Located in the isthmus of Central America. It borders Colombia in the east, the Pacific Ocean in the south, Costa Rica in the west and the Caribbean Sea in the north. The Panama Canal connects the continents of Central America and South America, and connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean from south to north. It is known as the "bridge of the world". The coastline is about 2988 kilometers long. The whole territory is undulating and ravines are criss-crossing, except for the north and south coastal plains, which are mostly mountainous. There are more than 400 rivers, of which Tuila, Chebo and chagres river are the largest. Close to the equator, it has a tropical maritime climate.

Brief history: 150 1 became a Spanish colony in, belonging to the governor-general of New Granada. 182 1 Become an independent part of the Greater Republic of Colombia. 1830 After the disintegration of the Greater Republic of Colombia, it became a province of the New Republic of Grenada (later called Colombia). 1903 After defeating Britain and France, the United States signed a treaty with the Colombian government to build and lease the canal by the United States, but the Colombian parliament refused to approve it. 1903165438+1On October 3rd, American troops landed in Panama, instigating Pakistan to become independent from Colombia and establish Panama. In the same year165438+1October 18, the United States obtained the permanent monopoly right to build and operate the canal and the permanent use, possession and control of the canal area. During World War II, the United States leased 134 military base in Jamba, and returned some of it after 1947. 1977 In September, Pakistan and the United States signed the New Canal Treaty (also known as the Torrijos-Carter Treaty). 1999 65438+February 3 1, Panama regains the sovereignty of the canal.

Politics: The current Constitution came into effect in June 1972, June 1 1, and was revised in June 1978 and June 1983. The constitution stipulates that the three powers of the state are separated, and the president is the head of state, directly elected for a term of five years and cannot be re-elected. 19941014 October, Pakistan's parliament passed a draft amendment to the constitution, stipulating the abolition of the army and the establishment of a police force. The National Assembly is unicameral and exercises legislative power. It consists of 72 members elected by universal suffrage for a term of five years. Judicial power is exercised by the Supreme Court and the Attorney General's Office. The Supreme Court has nine judges, appointed by the government and approved by Parliament, with a term of 65,438+00 years.

Diplomacy: Pursue an independent and non-aligned foreign policy, strengthen unity and cooperation with Latin American countries and develop relations with other countries in the world.

Tap water in Panama can be drunk directly.

There are about 10 restaurants in China, which are run by overseas Chinese in Guangdong. The cost of this informal banquet is about $8 per person. There is a 24-hour supermarket in the city center, which supplies fruits, vegetables, milk and so on.

Panamanians like sweets and are used to eating desserts after meals. Western food is mainly beef, fish and shrimp. Lunch is relatively simple, the time is 12:30, and dinner is more formal, the time is 20:00. The sanitary conditions are good.

Panamanian chicken soup is a common practice. Panamanians live on rice and corn, and their food is full of five flavors, such as rice and boiled red beans. Panamanians like a kind of food called Sankojo very much, and locals often use it to entertain guests.

Fashion etiquette

The traditional clothing of Panamanians is that men wear embroidered long shirts and shorts, and women wear printed dresses or embroidered skirts. Panama straw hat is a kind of straw hat with black stripes or floral decorations, which is woven from fibers called Doquilla plants or colored sticks. It originated in Ecuador. Because foreign tourists often see Panamanians wearing this kind of straw hat, it is called Panama straw hat.

Etiquette and manners

Panamanians like to get closer to each other when talking. They think it is close to nature, otherwise they will be cold to each other. They have some sign language, such as kissing their fingertips to express their praise.

Meeting etiquette

In formal social occasions, they often shake hands when meeting guests, while among relatives and friends, they often hug when they meet acquaintances in the street. When local people answer the phone, they often ask who you are first, which is different from the habit of reporting themselves first in European and American countries.

dining etiquette

Panamanians live on rice and corn, and their food is full of five flavors, such as rice and boiled red beans. Panamanians like a kind of food called Sankojo very much, and locals often use it to entertain guests.

Wedding and funeral etiquette

Before the local people hold a formal wedding, the girls must go through a flowering adulthood ceremony, which is the proof that the woman is going to get married. During the ceremony, the whole village will give gifts, and the woman's parents will entertain the whole village. There is a carnival called meat festival every year in the local area. During festivals, people wear gorgeous clothes and dress up as all kinds of strange characters.

business etiquette

Panamanians pay great attention to each other's clothes in business activities, and it is best for foreign businessmen to wear suits in negotiation occasions. Locals may not be punctual for appointments, but as foreign businessmen, it is best to arrive on time. For the first business meeting, you can show your business cards printed in English and Spanish. Local businessmen usually go home for lunch at noon. Now, with the development of economy, the pace of business activities in Panama is accelerating, but they don't like being urged by others.

Travel etiquette

Tourism is an important economic pillar of Panama. Panama Canal, American Bridge, International Financial Center and Contadora, known as Pearl Island, are all prestigious international tourist attractions. The local government attaches great importance to tourism investment and strives to improve the tourism environment.

Main taboo

When you are in contact with Panamanians, don't talk about politics, the sovereignty of the Canal Zone and the government's foreign policy. When you are a guest in Panama, don't praise an object too much.