Panamanian authorities seized 1,897 packages of suspected drugs hidden in commercial containers in Colón that were bound for Belgium. The case highlights Panama’s role as a strategic transit point in international drug trafficking routes.
Finnfund has extended a $15 million loan to Toucan Forestal to support forest restoration in Panama. The financing underscores growing international interest in environmental recovery projects in the country.
Parents in Pedregal are calling for stronger school security after an attempted robbery involving a teacher alarmed the community. The incident has renewed concerns about student safety in Panama City.
U.S. distillers dried grains with solubles were promoted to Panama stakeholders as exporters look to expand awareness of the animal feed ingredient. The outreach highlights Panama’s role as a regional trade hub for agricultural products.
Transport operators in Panama must validate their status to receive the fuel subsidy, and some are already reporting problems with the process. The measure could affect operating costs for carriers if access remains difficult.
Panama has authorized $3.5 million to restore a tourist insurance policy designed to boost arrivals and strengthen the country’s appeal to visitors. The benefit had previously been used successfully in earlier administrations.
ANTAI has opened 10 investigations into municipalities with 0% compliance in access to public information, putting local transparency practices under scrutiny. The move underscores pressure on public institutions to meet accountability standards.
A gold-filled tomb in Panama is offering new clues about the burial rituals, craftsmanship, and social structure of an ancient civilization. The discovery adds to Panama’s growing archaeological record and its role as a crossroads of early cultures.
The Panama Canal will be the Honor Guest at FIL Panama 2026, giving the country’s flagship book fair a strong national theme. The selection highlights the canal’s role in Panama’s identity, economy, and global profile.
Panama approved more than $12 million to build 50 zarzo bridges in the Ngäbe Buglé comarca. The project aims to improve safety and access in remote communities where students and families face dangerous crossings.
A platform is mapping abandoned animal reports across Panama, with the highest concentrations in Panama Norte, Panama Este, and San Miguelito. The tool is helping rescue efforts focus on recurring hotspots such as Belisario Frías.
Panama’s child poverty debate is intensifying as a former Social Development Minister urges urgent action, especially for children from birth to age six. The warning highlights early childhood as the most critical stage for long-term development.
Panama is hosting a forum on Venezuela’s investment outlook, focusing on growth prospects, foreign capital, and the challenges of legal and regulatory uncertainty. The discussion also highlights energy as a key sector for regional investors.
Panamanian triplets Raquel, Santiago and Nicolás Sucre will compete in different sports at the South American Youth Games, sharing a rare family dream. Their story highlights discipline, support and the excitement of representing Panama internationally.
Panama has activated a fuel subsidy for public transport, setting weekly spending caps for taxis and buses to prevent fare increases. The program also fixes temporary price ceilings on 91-octane gasoline and low-sulfur diesel.
Five people were detained in Panama City during Operation Umbría, an investigation into vehicle robbery and theft. Authorities also recovered evidence that will be used in ongoing criminal cases.
Panama is celebrating 150 years of its Civil Registry, an institution that gives legal identity, protects civil rights and supports public administration. The anniversary underscores the registry’s role in everyday life, from birth registration to nationality and inheritance matters.
Panama has started distributing subsidized fuel to nearly 19,800 transport operators in a move aimed at preventing higher passenger fares. The program covers several regulated transport sectors and is being rolled out through a new verification platform.
Panama’s transport subsidy system went live at 6:00 a.m. with modality-based limits and AIG platform monitoring. More than 600 transport providers had already made purchases early in the day.
Titán confirmed an unauthorized access incident that exposed customer data including names, identity card numbers, email addresses, and phone numbers. The company has launched a forensic review and urged clients in Panama to watch for fraud and phishing attempts.