Panama completes repatriation of five citizens with embassy support in Russia
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Panama's Foreign Ministry announced the completion of the repatriation of five citizens who were receiving consular assistance in Russia.
- The final four citizens returned on a Turkish Airlines flight on August 7, arriving at Tocumen International Airport.
- The ministry highlighted the efforts of Panama's ambassador to Russia and her staff in ensuring the safe return of the citizens.
Panama's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on August 7 that the repatriation process for five Panamanian citizens in Russia has concluded. These individuals had been under the protection and assistance of the Panamanian Embassy in Moscow.
With their arrival, the return of the five Panamanians who remained under the assistance of the Panamanian diplomatic mission in Russia is complete.
The final four citizens were scheduled to arrive back in Panama on a Turkish Airlines flight that evening, landing at Tocumen International Airport. The repatriation effort began earlier, with the first citizen, Adriรกn Gabriel Gonzรกlez, returning on August 5.
The last four Panamanians will return to the country on a Turkish Airlines flight, scheduled to arrive at Tocumen International Airport at 7:25 p.m.
The ministry specifically acknowledged the crucial work of Panama's Ambassador to Russia, Carmen รvila, and her diplomatic team. Their efforts were instrumental in facilitating the safe return of the citizens.
The efforts made allowed for the safe return of the citizens.
Panama's Foreign Ministry reiterated its commitment to strengthening consular assistance and diplomatic actions for its citizens abroad, particularly in situations requiring protection or repatriation.
The entity reiterated that it will continue to strengthen consular assistance and diplomatic actions aimed at supporting Panamanians abroad, especially when circumstances require their protection or return to the country.
Originally published by TVN Panamรก in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.