Panama’s Pacific coast has emerged as a dangerous reverse migration route, reflecting shifting regional movement patterns and the country’s continuing role as a key transit point. The route’s rise and disappearance underscore how quickly migration pressures can change.
President José Raúl Mulino welcomed Copa Airlines’ plan to buy 60 new aircraft, saying the expansion will strengthen Panama’s connectivity and create jobs. The move also reinforces Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub.
Panama City has started building a vehicular bridge in Chilibre for residents of 4 Hermanas and La Amistad, ending a wait of about 50 years. The project is aimed at improving access to the corregimiento center and easing mobility in a rainy-season-prone area.
Copa Airlines has placed a $13.5 billion order for 60 Boeing 737 MAX jets, a move that will expand its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2034. The deal reinforces Panama’s role as a major aviation hub in the Americas.
IFARHU has started validating documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Contest, and students must present complete requirements to move forward. The process marks an important step for applicants seeking educational support in Panama.
Copa Airlines has ordered 60 Boeing 737 Max jets, a major fleet expansion that strengthens Panama’s flagship carrier and its role as a regional hub. The deal underscores the airline’s focus on efficiency and long-term growth.
Panama opened the 2026 Pan American Senior Weightlifting Championship with a ceremony blending sport and national culture in the capital. The competition runs through April 30 at the Tierra de Campeones Atheyna Bylon Training Center.
Copa Airlines plans to buy 60 Boeing 737 Max jets, signaling a major push to modernize its fleet and support Panama’s role as a regional air hub. The move could strengthen the airline’s network, efficiency, and long-term growth.
Copa Airlines has ordered 60 Boeing 737 Max jets, a major fleet expansion that reinforces Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub. The deal supports the airline’s long-term growth strategy from its Panama base.
Copa Airlines plans to buy 60 Boeing 737 Max jets, a major fleet expansion that reinforces Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub. The move points to continued growth in travel demand and Copa’s long-term hub strategy.
Retiree leaders in Panama are asking the Ministry of Economy and Finance for help registering in CEPANIM, saying many older adults struggle with technology. The request highlights the digital access gap affecting seniors.
Panama registered 84,067 labor contracts in the first quarter of 2026, up from 67,144 in the same period last year. The increase suggests stronger formal hiring activity at the start of the year.
A Panama metal duo is gaining attention for a heavy, riff-driven sound and a style they say is unlike anything else in the country. Their bold identity is helping put Panamanian heavy music in the spotlight.
Copa Airlines has ordered up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in a deal worth about $13.5 billion at list prices. The expansion could push the airline’s fleet past 200 planes by 2034 if demand holds.
Antonio Tercero was ratified as IDAAN director and says he will act quickly to improve water supply and advance stalled projects. The move puts Panama’s water utility under new leadership at a critical time.
Panama’s Public Ministry is taking part in the international operation Aliados por la Infancia VI, a 15-country effort targeting sexual crimes against children. The coordinated action highlights regional cooperation to investigate and prosecute abuse cases across borders.
The CSS has confirmed the May 2026 payment dates for retirees and pensioners in Panama. Beneficiaries will receive their first half-month payment by ACH or cheque.
Shipping companies are paying premiums of up to $4 million to move cargo through the Panama Canal as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global trade routes. The surge highlights the canal’s role as a vital alternative when other maritime chokepoints become unstable.
The opening of the Centro Regional Universitario de San Miguelito in Chivo Chivo is delayed until a wastewater treatment plant and pending procedures are completed. Authorities expect the campus to begin operating in the coming months.
Fundación Sangre Panamá has launched a nationwide campaign to promote voluntary blood donation. The effort highlights donor eligibility rules, including an age range of 18 to 65 and parental authorization for 17-year-olds.