The first step to join the PAMA Global Abacus Mental Arithmetic Association is to become our member country and work together for the better prosperity of PAMA.

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PAMA Global currently has more than 20 member states, spread across five continents.  PAMA was established in 1999 with the founding member countries: Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Canada, and Indonesia.  The secretariat was established in 2014. Its main tasks are: assisting member states in various activities, handling verification services, and assisting in annual competitions and annual meetings.