Medcom held its fifth Executive Summit in Panama, focusing on sustainability, the economy and employment. The discussion highlighted unemployment and the future of the mine as key national issues.
Panama’s Comptroller General’s Office rejected Vamos accusations and defended its public spending controls as strict legal oversight, not political action. The response highlights ongoing sensitivity around transparency and fiscal accountability.
Former Canal administrator Jorge Luis Quijano urged immediate action on the Río Indio reservoir, warning that Panama’s water system and canal operations cannot afford more delays. He said leaks, climate pressure, and rising demand make the project urgent.
Attorney General Luis Carlos Gómez Rudy made an unexpected visit to Panama’s Comptroller General’s office in Panama City on Tuesday afternoon. The move comes amid heightened attention on tensions between oversight and prosecutorial institutions.
LNG vessel traffic through the Panama Canal has not increased meaningfully after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. cargoes to Asia are still favoring the Cape of Good Hope route.
Panama’s Aeronaval Service seized 650 packages of drugs in the Las Perlas archipelago and arrested three men aboard a vessel. The operation adds to a year in which authorities say they have confiscated 23.7 tons of illicit substances.
Drivers for digital ride-hailing platforms in Panama are preparing to press for insurance, affiliation with providers, and training support in regularization talks. The discussions could shape how the growing sector is regulated.
Grupo Frontera’s April 23 concert in Panama has been canceled because of logistics and production issues. Organizers said ticket refunds are guaranteed and details will be shared through official channels.
Meduca has launched the “Ruta de Orientación Vocacional” to help premedia students choose their bachiller. The program aims to support better academic and career decisions.
Panama Canal auction prices have surged as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushes more tanker traffic toward alternative routes. The spike highlights Panama’s central role in global shipping during periods of geopolitical disruption.
Argentina and Panama face off in a live baseball game tied to the 2026 South American Youth Games. The matchup spotlights Panama’s young talent on a regional stage.
Panama defeated Argentina by shutout at the 2026 South American Youth Games, picking up its second win of the tournament. The result boosts the national youth team’s momentum in regional competition.
Panama’s baseball team is in the spotlight in live coverage of the 2026 South American Youth Games against Argentina. The matchup highlights the country’s ongoing focus on developing young baseball talent.
Groups in Panama are urging a suspension of the Indio River dam project over impact concerns and a lack of public consultation. The Panama Canal Authority continues to defend the project as part of its water management strategy.
Former President Laurentino Cortizo and former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo were blocked from being sworn in to Parlacen, a move with political significance in Panama. The decision keeps both men from formally joining the Central American Parliament.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing up shipping costs that affect the Panama Canal, underscoring how global chokepoints are closely linked. The added pressure could influence freight planning and Panama’s maritime economy.
Vamos lawmakers accuse Comptroller Anel Flores of freezing pay for 39 Assembly staffers in a retaliatory move. The Comptroller’s Office denies political motives and says it is enforcing payroll and attendance rules.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing up shipping costs linked to the Panama Canal as global freight and fuel markets react to the risk of disruption. The pressure highlights how geopolitical shocks abroad can affect one of Panama’s most important economic assets.
Rising tension in the Strait of Hormuz is increasing costs and pressure on Panama Canal operations. The disruption highlights how global shipping shocks can quickly affect Panama’s economy.
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are lifting global shipping costs, adding pressure to trade routes that rely on the Panama Canal. The situation highlights how international chokepoints can affect Panama’s most important logistics asset.