Panama is gaining diplomatic support from several countries after China’s actions against Panama-flagged ships drew warnings over global trade stability and maritime law. Governments across Latin America, Europe and the Middle East said the pressure threatens freedom of navigation and the rule of law.
Panama has activated lane reversals to ease the return of Easter Week traffic toward Panama City. The measure is aimed at reducing congestion on key routes as holiday travelers head back to the capital.
Edwin Rodríguez and Diana Rodríguez won the 21K races at the 12th Clásica Sábado de Gloria in Aguadulce, which drew 412 runners. José Cedeño, Magdaline Jepkoech, Daniel González and Suyeris Guerra also claimed titles in shorter distances.
The United States is shifting nearly all of its stealthy JASSM-ER cruise missiles into its Iran campaign, a move that signals a major escalation and strains U.S. stockpiles. The redeployment could also ripple through global security, trade and energy markets.
The CSS will pay the second half of April’s pension and a bonus to retirees and pensioners on April 17. The date gives beneficiaries a clear timeline for one of the month’s key payments.
Panama will recognize Inadeh training credentials to speed up certification for tourist guides. The agreement aims to improve coordination and make it easier for candidates to qualify.
Panama’s Ministry of Health will deploy a medical module and emergency units at Playa Venao for the Surf competition at the South American Youth Games. The operation will run April 11 to 16 in Pedasí, Los Santos.
About 14,620 passengers traveled by boat in Panama during the first days of the Easter holiday period. Authorities also reported safety violations in Isla Colón and Santa Catalina.
Unión Coclé will host Club Atlético Independiente on Sunday, April 5, in a Liga Panameña de Fútbol Matchday 12 match kicking off at 4:00 p.m. Fans can watch live on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX Panamá’s YouTube channel.
UC Davis soccer player Lakelee Perkins volunteered with Global Medical Brigades in Panama, an experience that deepened her focus on health equity and service. Her time in underserved communities is shaping how she approaches leadership on and off the field.
The Chapel of Saint John Paul II at the Presidency will open to visitors on Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday. The Easter weekend schedule gives the public a chance to visit the site during one of Panama’s most important religious periods.
Deadly Russian and Ukrainian strikes killed 10 people as Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Turkey for talks with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The visit highlights Ankara’s continuing role as a key mediator in the war.
Panama’s women’s national team has announced a 26-player roster for home qualifiers against Aruba and Cuba in Penonomé. The squad enters the decisive doubleheader second in Group E and still in contention for a place in the final qualifying round.
Afro-Panamanian cuisine remains a vital part of Panama’s identity, especially in places like Río Abajo, where food, commerce, and community are closely linked. The challenge now is preserving that heritage while cities modernize.
Panamanian authorities are increasing surveillance in Donoso to trace routes linked to illegal mining and curb environmental damage. The move underscores growing concern over unauthorized extraction in protected areas.
IMA said it has not harmed an Azuero onion producer over a disputed sales quota and reached an agreement with local growers to buy about 10,000 quintals of national onion. The deal supports onion commercialization in one of Panama’s key farming regions.
Debris from an intercepted Iranian projectile sparked a fire in vehicles in Ramat Gan, central Israel, highlighting the civilian risks of the escalating Israel-Iran conflict.
Panama is promoting an artificial insemination program in Chiriquí to improve cattle genetics and strengthen the competitiveness of small livestock producers. The initiative is part of a broader push to modernize national cattle production.
Rising tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran could disrupt global energy markets and shipping routes, with possible knock-on effects for the Panama Canal. Even from afar, Panama could feel the strain through fuel costs, trade shifts and changing cargo flows.
Panama’s National Lottery has moved its Sunday and Wednesday draws by one day for Semana Santa 2026 and set special holiday office hours. The changes are meant to help ticket vendors and prize winners manage operations smoothly during the Easter period.