President Mulino Inaugurated The David Fair And Announced Several Projects For The Province

(MENAFN- Newsroom Panama) Chiriquí: During the opening ceremony of the David International Fair in the province of Chiriqui, the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, announced a series of projects and initiatives that will be carried out during his administration, which aim to promote the development of the region. Some of the projects announced by the president included the rehabilitation of the highway, including the road to Portón, the street to the Celmira School, the street to Alto Chiriquí, and San Isidro Street to San Pedro, all in the Bugaba district. Likewise, work will be done to rehabilitate the civil works of the Remigio Rojas Irrigation System in the Alanje district. This includes intakes, canals, internal roads, and a post-harvest plant, and will add 3,200 hectares to the irrigated area. This rehabilitation project is expected to be completed within 12 months and is expected to benefit more than 400 producers growing crops such as rice, corn, watermelon, melon, and other crops. It will also expand the country's agricultural export capacity.

Regarding the agricultural sector, he announced the launch of the campaign to control bovine brucellosis and tuberculosis, the goal of which is to achieve official recognition of Panama as a country free of these diseases affecting livestock. “We're going to boost work and make agriculture part of the recovery, with new technologies contributing to a more sustainable country with greater production,” Mulino said at the opening ceremony. The president assured that he“supports and will support all those who invest, produce, and create jobs” for the province. After completing his presentation on the main stage of the David International Fair, Mulino toured the various exhibits and met with visitors, vendors, ranchers, and farmers. He was accompanied by several government ministers, Comptroller General Anel Flores, and the governor of Chiriquí, Aixa Santamaría.

David's International Fair 2025 is on now until March 23^rd with attractions for the whole family. This year, an Air Panama plane is part of the fair! Buy your tickets digitally and enjoy a fast entry and no queues. Expo IX 2025: The best of livestock and livestock tradition of Chiriqui. Win a GAC GS3 Car! Participate in the draw when you buy your ticket. Don't miss out on this grand celebration!

Parade of the White Collar parade pictured above – A tribute to Panama culture was part of Saturday March 15 2025. The streets of David were decorated with the White Skirt Parade in David Chiriquí on Saturday. The white skirt is more than just a piece of clothing; it's a symbol rooted in the identity of the Panamanian people. For the fifth consecutive year, the White Skirt Parade was held in the city of David, seeking to enhance not only the culture but also the civic and moral values ​​of this region of the country. Nearly 3,000 people dressed in white skirts and traditional costumes from this region paraded through the streets of David, ending at the grounds of the San José International Fair. A large crowd lined the main streets of David, including the fairgrounds, to watch the parade, which included the participation of folklore groups and street bands. Carmen Trujillo of the organizing committee stated that this is a special holiday that brings families together around these traditions and is held as part of the celebration of Saint Joseph of David, patron saint of the family.

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