Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will receive a detailed structural report on the Bridge of the Americas from US Army engineers next Monday. The review highlights the bridge’s importance as a critical link across the entrance to the Panama Canal.
San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández questioned why municipalities receive only 80 million balboas from the 200 million collected through IBI. Her comments renew scrutiny of how property-tax revenue is distributed in Panama.
Panama’s dollar-based economy and role as a regional financial hub make cross-border payments an important issue for residents and expats. International transfers, banking rules, and digital payment tools all shape how money moves in and out of the country.
Trump appears to be seeking a way out of the Iran conflict, but the political and strategic fallout could last for years. The implications may reach far beyond the Middle East, including global trade and energy markets.
Fidel Escobar has rejoined Deportivo Saprissa, keeping the Panamanian defender in a competitive club setting ahead of Panama’s upcoming football commitments. His return comes as attention builds toward the national team’s scheduled match against Brazil on May 31.
A woman was arrested in La Chorrera during Operation Falsum over an alleged loan fraud scheme that used forged employment and Social Security documents. Three other people have also been charged in the case.
Panama’s Institute of Agricultural Marketing will hold agro-fairs on April 9 and 10 in several provinces, offering low-cost food items including rice at $5. The events aim to give families more affordable access to staple products.
Panama City Hall certified 30 employees after a 40-hour course on image and professional projection aimed at improving taxpayer service. The program focused on communication, leadership, emotional intelligence, and other workplace skills.
Maersk has rejected responsibility in the dispute over the Port of Balboa after Panama Ports Company launched international arbitration. The case adds another layer to Panama’s broader fight over port operations and investor rights.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying Panama-flagged ships, highlighting the country’s outsized role in global shipping and geopolitics. The remarks put Panama’s flag registry back in the middle of a U.S.-China dispute.
Ten students at UTP have begun semiconductor design training after the university opened its first lab in the field and partnered with a university in Mexico. The program drew 100 applicants, reflecting strong interest in advanced tech education in Panama.
Two abandoned dogs were rescued in Colón and taken to a specialized veterinary center for medical evaluations and treatment. The animals are now receiving care as they begin their recovery.
Panama Metro added 40,000 daily passengers after MiBus changed operations in response to higher fuel prices. The system has increased trains and station staffing as demand continues to rise.
Panama’s bill 491 would provide economic support to retirees and pensioners earning less than B/.600 a month, while prohibiting the money from being used to pay loans. The proposal targets lower-income seniors as lawmakers weigh new relief measures.
Panama Ports Company says Maersk’s actions undermined its contract tied to terminals at both ends of the Panama Canal. The dispute underscores the strategic importance of Panama’s canal-linked ports to global shipping.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment in Coclé says the proposed quarry project in La Pava, Olá is not active and ordered a sign removed from the area. The move is meant to help protect local natural resources.
Panama has ended a decades-long exemption and will now charge a 2% Property Transfer Tax on new homes. The change adds a new upfront cost for first-time buyers and has prompted calls from developers for a rethink.
Theodore Roosevelt’s decision to support a canal in Panama helped reshape global trade and secure the country’s place at the center of maritime commerce. The canal remains one of the most important strategic routes in the world.
MIDA’s minister discussed rising prices and the protection of local producers during a hearing before Panama’s National Assembly Budget Committee. The remarks highlight ongoing pressure on food costs and the agricultural sector.
Teddy Roosevelt’s decision to support the Panama Canal helped reshape global trade and cement Panama’s role as a strategic maritime crossroads. More than a century later, the canal remains central to world shipping and Panama’s economy.