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PANAMA Trends and Developments

Trends and Developments Contributed by: Rafael Rivera BDO Legal Panama

BDO Legal Panama is a leading professional ser - vices firm with over 35 years of experience in the Panamanian market. As a member of the BDO inter - national network, present in over 160 countries, BDO Legal Panama offers a comprehensive suite of ser - vices including audit and assurance, tax, legal, advi - sory, and business outsourcing. The firm is known for

combining global standards with extensive local ex - pertise, providing tailored solutions to clients across various industries such as construction, technology and consumer goods. The firm is recognised for its client-centric approach, multidisciplinary teams, and commitment to innovation and efficiency.

Author

Rafael Rivera is the managing partner at BDO Legal Panama and leads the firm’s legal and tax division. With extensive experience in tax consulting, planning and litigation, he advises on complex mergers and

acquisitions, including cross-border transactions under Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements. Rafael holds a Master’s in International Taxation from the University of Leiden, The Netherlands, and a Law degree from the University of Panama. He is a published author in international tax journals and a recognised voice in the region’s tax landscape. His leadership continues to drive BDO Panama’s strategic growth and innovation in legal and tax advisory services.

BDO Legal Panama BDO Building El Paical Avenue, Los Angeles Urb. Betania District Panama City Panama Tel: +507 279 9700 Email: Rafael.rivera@bdo.com.pa Web: www.bdo.com.pa

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