The Panamanian government is negotiating with the Chinese authorities to set up a consulate in the city of Shangái, given its economic and commercial importance.
From a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
A proposal for the establishment of a Panamanian consulate in Shanghai was presented by the Panamanian delegation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China.
The government has announced the opening of a consulate in Shanghai and other efforts to open others in cities where there is high purchasing power in an effort to attract people to the Costa Rican tourism sector.
From a statement issued by the Government of Costa Rica: