The Panama Canal Authority dismissed claims that an LPG vessel paid $4 million to skip the transit queue, saying the outcome reflected temporary market conditions. The controversy highlights how rising traffic is intensifying competition for access to the canal.
The Panama Canal has dismissed claims that a ship paid $4 million to jump the transit line, even as higher traffic increases competition for slots. The dispute highlights the economic importance and sensitivity of canal scheduling.
A disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is threatening jet fuel supplies in Europe and Asia, raising the risk of higher airfares and flight cuts. The fallout could also reach Latin America through global route and price pressures.
A 10-day ceasefire has begun in Lebanon after deadly Israeli attacks, while Trump says a deal with Tehran is close. The truce offers a brief opening in a conflict with wider regional and global implications.
Four criminals stole money from the Penonomé mayor’s office treasury in Coclé. The treasurer was left stable and no physical struggle occurred during the robbery.
Classes have resumed at 16 schools in northern Veraguas after river levels dropped enough to make travel safe for teachers and students. The reopening restores schooling in a region where weather and waterways can quickly disrupt daily life.
Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste met in Game 4 of the Major Baseball 2026 semifinals, with live coverage on TVMAX, TVN Pass and YouTube. The matchup added more pressure to a key postseason series in Panama’s top baseball competition.
Panama earned two bronze medals at the South American Youth Games through Shakti Martínez in surfing and Ashley Cerrud in boxing. The women’s U-17 football team also fell 3-2 to Paraguay and will next face Colombia for third place.
Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste meet in Game 4 of the semifinal stage of Panama’s 83rd National Baseball Championship. The game is being shown live on TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Panama’s bunker sales rose 12.1% in March from February, pushing first-quarter volumes to 1.43 million metric tons, the highest since late 2024. The quarterly total was also up 2.7% year on year.
The U.S. House rejected a resolution that would have forced President Donald Trump to withdraw forces from the war with Iran without congressional approval. The vote leaves Trump’s military operation in place and highlights Republican support for the White House.
Ángela Russo has taken office as Panama’s new Ombudsperson, pledging an open-door approach at the Defensoría del Pueblo. Her leadership begins amid close attention to the institution’s role in defending human rights.
MiAmbiente fined a company $10,000 for pollution in the Matasnillo River and urged businesses to eliminate contamination at its source. The case highlights Panama’s broader push to protect urban waterways.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will install 28 real-time sensors on the Bridge of the Americas as heavy-vehicle restrictions stay in effect. The bridge remains limited to vehicles weighing no more than 10 tons.
IFARHU will begin receiving documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition on April 20, including the required Socioeconomic Affidavit. The opening marks the start of a key application step for students seeking educational aid in Panama.
Israel has agreed to a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon as the United States pushes for broader talks between Israeli and Lebanese leaders. The truce could open the door to a larger peace deal, though Hezbollah has not yet said whether it will comply.
Panama’s Budget Committee approved a $30 million transfer to fund the fuel subsidy program through the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The move keeps a key relief measure in place for consumers and businesses affected by fuel costs.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a U.S.-announced ceasefire, but its success hinges on whether Hezbollah complies. The deal could ease regional tensions if it holds.
Expo Vivienda Capac 2026 opened in Panama City with more than 300 housing projects and a focus on mortgage access, buyer demand, and sector recovery. Organizers expect the fair to drive thousands of visits and millions in home financing transactions.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect, temporarily pausing a tense border conflict with wider regional implications. The truce could ease pressure along the frontier, but long-term stability remains uncertain.