The Panamanian congress in March, 2004, declared this day, in order to outline values and contributions of the Chinese community to the culture and to the development of the country.

The Chinese presence dates 1854, with the arrival of the Sea Witch ship with 705 Chinese workers for the Railroad Co. At the end of the XIX century, the Panama Chinese population was 316.054, today they are an estimated 6% of the total population.

In spite of the many difficulties and cultural barriers, the Panamanian Chinese descendants have managed to integrate themselves totally to the social development of the country.

Madame Chang: An institution in Panama since it was open 15 years ago. It is recognized as one of the best and beautiful Chinese restaurants in Latin America. Siu Mee Chang and her daughter Yolanda, have improved the concept of conventional Chinese restaurants, wisely combining 30 years of experience in Chinese interregional cuisine, and a multicultural sui generis decoration.