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Who pays for Panama's repairs?

Repairing the damaged buildings in Penonomé and the split highway will likely cost millions. Panama's government will bear the initial burden, often through emergency funds and national budgets. International aid organisations and loans from development banks might also contribute, especially for major infrastructure projects like the highway, to help the country recover from the earthquake.

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Panama experiences a 7.6 magnitude earthquake damaging buildings and a highway

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