Medical societies in Panama are warning about a rise in measles cases across the Americas and urging people to get vaccinated. Health experts say measles can spread rapidly among unvaccinated people.
Panama is under weather advisories for high UV radiation, strong heat sensation, and Pacific swell reaching up to 2 meters. The conditions raise risks for coastal activity and outdoor exposure.
Enrique “Chino” Jaramillo became part of Panama’s political history when he refused to release $100,000 in state funds for Omar Torrijos’s return from Mexico in 1969. His defiance became a lasting example of integrity under military pressure.
More than 77,000 vehicles have already traveled to Panama’s interior during the Easter holiday period, with police and transit authorities maintaining controls along key highways. Officials expect traffic to rise further before Sunday’s return flow to the capital.
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan killed at least 12 people, including eight members of a refugee family recently returned from Iran. The deep quake was felt around Kabul and hit a country already vulnerable to disasters.
Israel’s ongoing military posture underscores a conflict that remains active on multiple fronts, with regional and global consequences still expanding. The war’s ripple effects could touch trade, energy prices, and diplomacy far beyond the Middle East.
A dry law has begun in David, Chiriquí, as Holy Week pilgrims travel to Alanje for religious observances. The measure is aimed at supporting order during one of the province’s busiest annual periods.
Two brothers, Ángel and Jamal Reynolds, drowned in the Sapillo River in Coclé province, turning a family outing into tragedy. The deaths highlight the dangers of swimming in natural waterways in Panama.
U.S. General Donovan met with President José Raúl Mulino and senior security officials in Panama to discuss strengthening bilateral security cooperation. The talks highlighted ongoing U.S.-Panamanian coordination and training with Panamanian forces.
Marco Rubio has accused China of bullying over delays involving Panama-flagged ships, adding to tensions tied to maritime trade and regional influence. The dispute underscores Panama’s strategic role as a shipping hub and the continued importance of the Panama Canal.
CBD in Panama is governed by Panamanian law from the moment someone enters the country, making local rules essential for travelers and residents. The issue also connects to how CBD fits within Panama’s healthcare framework.
Panama’s president firmly rejected Donald Trump’s remarks suggesting the country could give up control of the Panama Canal. The response highlighted the canal’s importance to Panama’s sovereignty and economy.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying in a dispute involving Panama-flagged ships, highlighting the strategic importance of the Panama Canal. The episode underscores Panama’s central role in global trade and great-power rivalry.
Credit card balances in Panama rose sharply in February as households leaned more heavily on borrowing for everyday expenses. At the same time, interest rates and delinquency levels remain elevated, increasing pressure on consumers.
Panama’s political culture faces renewed scrutiny over patrimonialism, the blurring of public office and private gain. The answer, analysts argue, is stronger institutions, merit-based government and real accountability.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance will open an online registration process in April for Cepanim beneficiaries ahead of June 2026 payments. The program covers interest linked to the delayed 13th-month bonus from 1972 to 1983.
Panama’s social assistance programs are facing new scrutiny over whether the Ministry of Social Development has enough staff to oversee billions in transfers. The debate centers on accountability, controls and the management of aid for vulnerable groups.
Panama ended 2025 with 593 homicides, driven largely by gang violence and drug trafficking. The increase has intensified concerns about organized crime’s growing reach.