VOICED : Primer metro de Centroamerica esta en Panama

Panama inaugurated Central America's first metro system, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion in the capital. The metro, built by a Brazilian-Spanish consortium, cost $1.8 billion and features 13 stations over 14 kilometers. While the initial month offers free rides, the ticket price remains undecided, sparking debate. The government plans four more lines, including one over the Panama Canal, to further improve transit. Despite these efforts, daily traffic jams persist, highlighting the need for continued infrastructure development.

Where was the first metro in Central America built?

• Costa Rica

• Guatemala

• Panama

• El Salvador

What is the main goal of the Panama government with the new metro system?

• To improve public transportation

• To reduce traffic congestion

• To promote international trade

• To increase tourism

What is the duration of the metro journey from San Miguelito?

• 15 minutes

• 23 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

Why was the free ticket offer for the metro criticized?

• It was only available to tourists

• It was not well-publicized

• It was considered an electoral tactic

• It was seen as a financial burden

How many additional metro lines are planned for the future?

• Two

• Four

• Three

• Five