Marco Rubio accused China of pressuring Panama-flagged vessels after a dispute over strategic ports near the Panama Canal. The episode underscores how closely Panama’s shipping sector is tied to global geopolitics.
Dozens of faithful gathered in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo for the Hermandad de la Santa Cena procession on Holy Thursday. The day also included Mass at the cathedral with the traditional washing of the feet rite.
Inmates at the Penonomé prison staged a Passion of Christ performance during Holy Week after months of preparation. The initiative was designed to promote reflection, coexistence, and personal change.
Panamanian authorities have issued a vigilance notice for swell and rain on the Pacific coast and are urging the public to take precautions. Officials are continuing to monitor conditions closely.
Panama’s new Civil Procedure Code places the preliminary hearing at the center of civil cases, aiming to speed up disputes, clean up procedural defects, and narrow evidence early. The reform also strengthens the judge’s role and pushes conciliation closer to the start of litigation.
Shoppers in Colón marked Holy Thursday with seafood purchases, especially fish, sierra, and bacalao. Buyers described the prices as reasonable as they prepared for Holy Week meals.
Alanje has activated an emergency operations center and increased surveillance for Holy Week 2026. The measures target coastal areas and tourist sites as visitor numbers rise during the holiday period.
Satellite data shows Veraguas accounts for 20% of Panama’s fires, with Panama and Coclé also among the most affected provinces. La Yeguada stands out as a vulnerable hotspot because of its pine cover.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying Panama by briefly detaining or delaying dozens of Panama-flagged ships. The comments highlight how Panama’s shipping registry can become entangled in major geopolitical tensions.
Panama’s Health Ministry will install a fully equipped medical module to provide immediate care during surfing events at the South American Youth Games. The move is part of the country’s safety planning for the international competition.
Panama is moving to streamline uncontested inheritance cases with a notarial procedure designed to cut delays and ease pressure on the courts. The reform limits the fast-track route to clear, non-contentious successions and keeps disputed cases in the judiciary.
Pesé’s Holy Week living dramatization continues a tradition that has lasted more than 70 years, with Javier Ocaña portraying Jesus for the past seven years. The event remains a key expression of faith and community identity in Herrera province.
Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship has reached the Round of Eight, with fans able to follow the action on TVMAX, TVN Pass and YouTube. The next stage raises the stakes as the tournament moves closer to deciding its national champion.
Israel has expressed support for Panama amid allegations involving vessel detentions and tensions linked to China. The dispute highlights Panama’s strategic maritime role and the diplomatic stakes surrounding its shipping sector.
MiAmbiente stopped illegal logging work in the protected area of Lago Gatún in Colón and detained the machinery used on site. The case underscores the importance of protecting watershed and forest zones tied to the Panama Canal.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying after Panama-flagged ships were held up following a canal-related clash. The dispute highlights Panama’s exposure to rising U.S.-China tensions around a critical global trade route.
ACODECO urged drivers in Panama to fuel up on Thursday before new fuel prices took effect on Friday, April 3. The change is expected to affect transportation costs for households and businesses.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying after Panama-flagged ships were held up following a clash linked to the Panama Canal. The dispute underscores the canal’s strategic importance and Panama’s place in global shipping politics.
Volunteers from two foundations delivered food to homeless people in Calidonia, Panama City, along with a message of hope. The outreach effort had support from staff at the local council.
More than 13,000 asylum seekers in the U.S. are facing deportation to third countries where many have no ties, raising due process and humanitarian concerns. The policy could also ripple through migration routes across Latin America.
