The US and Iran are exchanging threats as a short ceasefire nears its end, raising fears of renewed escalation. The standoff could have ripple effects on global energy, trade, and regional security.
Costa Rica has backed Panama amid a widening dispute over shipping terminals tied to the Panama Canal and Chinese interests. The controversy is drawing regional attention because of the canal’s importance to global trade.
Star Princess completed its first Panama Canal transit, marking a milestone for Princess Cruises and a prominent moment for one of Panama’s most iconic landmarks. The crossing underscores the canal’s lasting appeal in global cruise travel.
Diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israel war on Iran have stalled after Tehran rejected talks under military pressure. The breakdown raises the risk of wider regional escalation and potential spillover into global energy and trade markets.
Copa Airlines is preparing a major 2026 push focused on expanding its regional network, enhancing digital service and reinforcing Panama’s role as a leading air hub. The strategy underscores how central Tocumen and aviation remain to the country’s connectivity and economy.
Panama Canal auction prices have quadrupled as shippers scramble for faster transit amid shifting global energy routes. The surge highlights the canal’s growing importance in volatile maritime markets.
Colón beat Bocas del Toro 2-1 in Changuinola to force a seventh game in the National Major Baseball Championship semifinal. Carlos Rodríguez’s strong start and timely offense kept Colón alive.
Panama lawmakers are questioning a sharp rise in exceptional public contracts, which reached $1.237 billion in just 15 months. A new bill seeks to tighten the rules and curb the use of the emergency procurement channel.
Panama’s 2026 rainy season is expected to begin later than usual, with the shift arriving in stages across the country from late April through early June. Caribbean provinces and comarcas will continue with their typical year-round rainfall pattern.
The Panama Canal Authority says traffic is rising and auction prices are climbing, but it rejects claims of congestion or major delays. Global energy shifts are pushing more vessels to seek transit through Panama.
Parlacen left the planned swearing-in of Laurentino Cortizo and José Gabriel Carrizo off its April plenary agenda, delaying their entry into the regional legislature. The PRD says the process has been pending for months, while Parlacen leaders say the request has not followed the proper procedure.