Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | PA, PAN, 591 |
| Official Name | Republic of Panama |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Panama City |
| Government Type | Presidential Republic |
| Currency | Panamanian Balboa (PAB), United States Dollar (USD) |
| Calling Code | +507 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Organization of American States, Central American Integration System, Latin American Integration Association |
| Population | Approximately 4.3 million |
| Total Area | 75,417 km² |
| Highest Point | Volcán Barú (3,475 meters, 11,401 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea (0 meters, 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 15,679 |
| Life Expectancy | 79 years |
| Internet TLD | .pa |
Panama National Anthem
Himno Istmeño (Isthmus Hymn)
At the world’s crossroads, Panamanians
Raise your unpolluted brow;
Your soil is washed by two oceans,
That give path to noble endeavor.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Panama Flag
The national flag of Panama was officially adopted on November 3, 1903, immediately following the country’s independence from Colombia. The flag was designed by María de la Ossa de Amador and has a significant meaning that reflects Panama’s political history and its vision for the future.
The flag features four rectangles, two of which are white. The top left rectangle has a single blue star, while the top right rectangle is red. The bottom left rectangle is plain white, and the bottom right rectangle has a single red star. The two stars represent the two political parties of the time, the Conservatives (represented by the color red) and the Liberals (represented by the color blue), while the white symbolizes peace between them. The blue star symbolizes purity and honesty, and the red star authority and law.
The design of the flag was part of the effort to create a national identity distinct from Colombia and to symbolize the new nation’s hopes for a peaceful, democratic future. The flag was also designed to visually and symbolically represent Panama’s geographical position, connecting two oceans and serving as a bridge between North and South America.
Since its adoption, the flag of Panama has become a symbol of national pride and is central to Panamanian identity. It is prominently displayed during national holidays, in governmental buildings, and at international events. The flag symbolizes Panama’s sovereignty, its diverse cultural heritage, and its role as a connector of worlds, both literally and metaphorically. The flag’s design captures the essence of Panama’s history, its political journey, and its aspirations as a nation.
