China Awards Scholarships to 22 Panamanian Students

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China has awarded scholarships to 22 Panamanian students to study in various fields in China, as part of the country's efforts to foster educational cooperation with Panama. The students will study at 19 Chinese universities, specializing in nuclear engineering, transportation, medicine, computer science, logistics management, and electrical engineering. This marks the 15th year of China-Panama educational cooperation, with China having provided full government scholarships to nearly 300 Panamanian students since the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Key Takeaways:

  • 22 Panamanian students have been awarded Chinese Government Scholarships to study in China in the 2025/2026 academic year.
  • The students will study at 19 Chinese universities, specializing in 6 fields: nuclear engineering, transportation, medicine, computer science, logistics management, and electrical engineering.
  • Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China has provided full government scholarships to nearly 300 Panamanian students to study in China.
  • The 6 fields of study represent current hot areas of global scientific and technological development, and are areas where China has achieved significant scientific and technological achievements.
  • China has provided country-specific programs, high-level graduate programs, and transportation scholarships to Panamanian students, with a focus on developing talent in priority areas.
  • The University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences offers a special program, the "One Chip for Life" program, which can help students design their own chip processor and graduate with a unique achievement.
  • China offers many valuable extracurricular learning and practical opportunities for international students, including those in the "One Chip for Life" program.

Statistics:

  • 22 Panamanian students have been awarded Chinese Government Scholarships to study in China in the 2025/2026 academic year.
  • China has provided full government scholarships to nearly 300 Panamanian students to study in China since the establishment of diplomatic relations.
  • 6 fields of study were selected for the scholarships: nuclear engineering, transportation, medicine, computer science, logistics management, and electrical engineering.
  • 19 Chinese universities were chosen for the scholarship program, all of which are renowned in China and rank high in world university rankings.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
  • Speech by Chinese Ambassador to Panama (August 1, 2021)
  • Original Press Release (August 1, 2021)
  • Chinese government scholarships program for Panamanian students.