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1979 in Panama

Explore 2 historical events and records for Panama in 1979.

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Historical records for Panama in 1979

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January

10 January 1979

President of Panama

Royo, Aristides · Canal Zone · President of Panama · Economy / Canal Zone Abolition

Canal Zone is abolished and the Panama Canal Commission begins treaty era administration

10 January 1979

President of Panama

Royo, Aristides · Canal Zone · President of Panama · Economy / Canal Zone

Canal Zone is abolished as the Torrijos Carter Treaties begin implementation

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