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In Summary

  • India and Panama held bilateral talks to deepen maritime cooperation in logistics, shipping, security, skill, and digital transformation.
  • Panama is a Central American country on the Isthmus of Panama, connecting North and South America, bordered by Costa Rica and Colombia.
  • Key geographical features include the Darién Gap, a natural barrier on the Colombia border, and the Cordillera Central mountain range.

In Summary

Panama (Capital: Panama City)

India and Panama held bilateral talks to deepen maritime cooperation across logistics, shipping, security, skill, and digital transformation.

Political Features 

  • Location: Country of Central America, located on the Isthmus of Panama.
  • Isthmus of Panama is a narrow bridge of land that connects North and South America.
  • Territorial Boundaries: Costa Rica (West) and Colombia (East).
  • Maritime Boundaries: Caribbean Sea (North) and Pacific Ocean (South). 

Geographical Features

  • The Darién Gap, located on the Panama–Colombia border, acts as a natural barrier to overland travel between Central and South America.
  • Major Mountain Range: Cordillera Central (Central Mountain Range)
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Cordillera Central

A major mountain range. In the context of Panama, it refers to the Central Mountain Range, a significant geographical feature within the country.

Darién Gap

A large undeveloped area of jungle and swamp on the border of Panama and Colombia. It forms a significant natural barrier to overland travel between North and South America.

Isthmus

A narrow strip of land with sea on either side, forming a link between two larger areas of land. The Isthmus of Panama is crucial for the existence of the Panama Canal.

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