January 30, 2026

Panama Canal Opens Prequalification for 76 km Energy Pipeline and Two Container Terminals

The Panama Canal Authority published prequalification documents on Jan. 30, 2026 for a 76 km energy corridor pipeline and two container terminals, advancing its Strategic Vision 2025–2035.

January 30th, 2026
BusinessEconomyNews

Panama Supreme Court Cancels Chinese Firm’s Canal Concession; President Says Operations Unaffected

Panama’s supreme court cancelled a concession held by a subsidiary of a Chinese company, prompting Beijing’s rebuke while the president assured that Panama Canal operations and ports will continue as usual.

January 30th, 2026
BusinessEconomyPolitics

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