Panama’s Children’s Hospital Will Cost Taxpayers $537.9 Million Through 2033

Panama · Public Finance

Key Facts

—Total project cost The new Hospital del Niño now carries a total price tag of US$705.8 million, including US$128.4 million in pure financing costs, reflecting the heavy price of deferred-payment structures.

—Payments through 2033 The Panamanian state will have disbursed about US$537.9 million by 2033 under the current contract, with the remaining balance scheduled beyond that date, locking in health spending for over a decade.

—Cost escalation The project’s cost has risen by US$259 million from earlier estimates due to design changes and addenda, signaling budget volatility that can affect fiscal predictability for investors.