Manuel Chen
PanamapoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Manuel Chen is a prominent member of the mixed parliamentary bloc in Panama, known for his active participation in legislative reforms. Recently, he has been in the news for presenting a proposal aimed at making the swearing-in of substitute deputies mandatory during the first session of the constitutional period, addressing concerns about the unclear procedures currently in place. His initiative seeks to enhance the recognition and rights of substitute deputies, highlighting their contributions and advocating for their formal acknowledgment within the legislative framework.
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Manuel Chen is a deputy who supported the proposal to establish a maximum period for forming permanent commissions.
De descuentos por ausencias a giras como asistencia: así cambiaron los diputados el Reglamento InternoPanama· 2026-08-10
Manuel Chen is a turncoat who serves as a reminder of ethical leadership in opposition.
Sabrina Sin Censura: cuando lo mejor es no ‘ser parte’Panama· 2026-07-15
Manuel Chen explained the need for clarity in the current regulations regarding the swearing-in of substitute deputies.
Oficialismo y PRD impulsan la juramentación obligatoria de diputados suplentesPanama· 2026-07-13
