The Arraiján Municipality exclusively ordered the removal of the Mirador de las Américas. In response to rumors involving the institution, the Ministry of Public Works (MOP) denied having issued administrative instructions for the demolition of the monument dedicated to the Chinese-Panamanian community. The Ministry of Public Works also emphasized that there is no internal instruction or administrative resolution within its structure related to any intervention in the monument dedicated to the Chinese-Panamanian community. According to the official report, the decision to remove the structure was adopted exclusively by the Arraiján Municipality. The entity responded this way to various versions circulating in public opinion, disassociating itself from any responsibility for the events at this historically important site. Institutional Participation Denial The institution stated categorically that no crew, technical team, or administrative personnel from the MOP carried out demolition work in the mentioned area. The entity assured that it will continue to focus on its work aimed at the country's infrastructure development, maintaining clear communication about its competencies and executions. Discover what other articles our readers are reading right now: Ministry of Culture laments the destruction of the monument to the Chinese community. Stance on Unconsulted Actions The Ministry of Public Works regretted the attempts to involve the entity in this action, which it described as unconsulted and has generated questioning from the National Government. The disappearance of the monument has caused various reactions due to its symbolic value for Panama's cultural diversity. Finally, the MOP reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and absolute respect for institutional processes and national heritage.
