Panama Metro has added about 40,000 daily passengers after MiBus changes tied to fuel price increases. The shift highlights how rising transport costs are reshaping commuter choices in Panama City.
Panama’s Credentials Committee approved the first debate of a bill reforming the National Assembly’s internal rules after seven months of review. The proposal now moves forward in the legislative process.
Patients at the Nuevo San Juan Polyclinic are urging repairs to the damaged air conditioning system, citing comfort and health concerns inside the medical center. The issue has raised worries about conditions that could help spread illness.
Panama Canal congestion is lifting auction fees for very large gas carriers as shipping demand strains transit capacity. The pressure underscores the canal’s ongoing importance to global energy trade.
The IMA opened new Tienda del Pueblo facilities in La Villa de Los Santos, where consumers are buying low-cost products on Calle Rufina Alfaro. The outlet expands access to affordable food in Los Santos province.
Protesters blocked roads outside the Israeli embassy in London to condemn Israel’s strikes on Lebanon. The demonstration highlights growing international anger over the widening Middle East conflict.
Aurelio Barría Pino assumed leadership of Panama’s Chamber of Commerce with a call to confront corruption, create decent jobs and manage any mine reopening under clear rules. He said the country must turn economic confidence into growth that reaches MiPymes and households.
Panama Ports Company has escalated its dispute with Maersk and the Panamanian state after the government’s takeover of its port concession. The fight underscores the economic and political stakes surrounding Panama’s strategic port infrastructure.
Traffic flow in Panama Oeste has gradually improved after operations on the main roads reduced commuter wait times. Bus lines remain, showing that public transport pressure is still high.
Panama’s women’s team faces Aruba on April 9 in Concacaf W qualifying for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. The match will air on TVMAX and TVN Pass.
The TV competition Jump has returned in Panama with a new season focused on entrepreneurship. More than 2,000 projects were submitted, but only eight were selected to advance.
CK Hutchison has launched arbitration in London against Maersk in a dispute over Panama ports, drawing attention to the strategic value of the country’s maritime infrastructure. The case highlights the global importance of port assets linked to the Panama Canal.
Traffic on the Bridge of the Americas partially normalized after an afternoon lane reversal was activated to ease peak-hour congestion. The measure is routinely used between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to improve mobility.
Several violent incidents have been reported across Panama City neighborhoods in early April, including Río Abajo, Santa Ana, Calidonia, Pedregal and Cerro Viento. The pattern suggests a broader spread of criminal violence in the capital.
Confidential meetings in Panama are facing new risks as everyday devices make it easier to record or transmit sensitive conversations. Organizations are being urged to adopt stronger controls to protect boardroom and government deliberations.
A deadly explosion near a bridge linked to the Panama Canal has raised fresh security concerns around one of the country’s most critical assets. The blast underscores the vulnerability of key infrastructure in Panama.
Bus riders in Panama City continue to wait under harsh conditions at stops that often offer little shelter. The situation underscores ongoing challenges in the capital’s public transport infrastructure.
JD Vance said Lebanon is not included in the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, highlighting the limits of the agreement amid wider Middle East tensions. The distinction matters because instability in Lebanon can ripple through regional security and global markets.
INADEH and the ATP have agreed to streamline direct recognition for tourist guide training in Panama, aiming to strengthen a key sector of the economy. The move is part of a broader push to align workforce training with tourism demand.
CK Hutchison and Maersk are moving to arbitration over a dispute linked to ports serving the Panama Canal. The case highlights the strategic importance of Panama’s maritime infrastructure and logistics sector.