THE ARCHDIOCESE of Panama will receive  two government-owned parcels valued at $2.7 million.

The gift  approved by The National Economic Council ,follows an earlier commitment of $12 million for the restoration of the cathedral in Casco Viejo

According to information disclosed by the agency, the donated land belonged to the National Mortgage Bank.

The first of the lots is in the district  of Arraijan, and  will be used to build a National Sanctuary.

The second lot is in Juan Díazand  lot will be used for the construction of a parish and educational complex with a focus on the integration and inclusion of disabled students in the community.

The Archdiocese of Panama is overseen by Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa.