Ricardo Martinelli, Panama's former president, has been convicted of money laundering and sentenced to 10 years in prison along with a $19 million fine. Despite this conviction, Panama's government has granted him safe passage to Nicaragua based on health concerns, following his asylum approval by the Nicaraguan government. Martinelli, who has exhausted all appeals, cannot run for office due to constitutional restrictions, marking an end to his political ambitions. He maintains his innocence against charges that he misused his presidential influence for corrupt government contracts.
Panama's government has approved safe passage for embattled former President Ricardo Martinelli to leave for Nicaragua, citing health concerns despite his conviction for money laundering.
The Foreign Relations Ministry decided to recognize the asylum granted to Martinelli by Nicaragua, stating that safe conduct is granted for strictly humanitarian reasons.
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