War in the Middle East has increased demand for Panama Canal transits, pushing costs higher as ships seek faster passage. One LNG vessel paid $4 million to skip the queue.
Escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing up shipping-related costs that also affect Panama Canal routes. The disruption underscores how global conflicts can quickly ripple through Panama’s maritime economy.
Eleven Palestinians were killed across Gaza and the West Bank, including a 16-year-old in Hebron struck by a vehicle escorting an Israeli minister. The deaths add to growing regional and international concern over the conflict’s toll.
Panama will face the Dominican Republic in its farewell match on June 3 at Estadio Rommel Fernández before continuing World Cup preparations. The game comes ahead of a tough buildup that includes a trip to Brazil and the team’s debut against Ghana in Toronto.
Panama has approved $12.06 million for the second phase of its zarzo project in Ngäbe Buglé, aiming to improve safe access in remote communities. The plan includes 50 pedestrian bridges in three regions of the comarca.
Panama’s Health Ministry is focusing on vaccination and the Azuero water crisis, with officials calling for stronger oversight of contaminated watersheds. The discussion highlights the link between environmental conditions and public health.
Rural groups are demanding a halt to the Río Indio reservoir project, while the Panama Canal says it is vital for the country’s water security. The clash is intensifying as road works advance and community protests are planned in Colón.
LONGi highlighted how anti-shading technology helped improve a solar project in Panama, underscoring the importance of resilient equipment in challenging site conditions. The example points to growing interest in solar solutions suited to the country’s tropical environment.
Panama has received a suspect linked to the 1994 bombing of a passenger plane that killed 21 people. The transfer from Venezuela revives one of the country’s longest-running terrorism cases.
Janine Prado says the proposed Antibotellas law would toughen penalties for ghost job schemes instead of creating a new crime. The measure is aimed at replacing weak sanctions with more serious consequences.
Janine Prado says Panama’s proposed ‘Antibotellas’ bill would toughen penalties for payroll abuse in public institutions. The plan aims to replace weak fines and community service with stronger sanctions.
More than 15,000 people registered within hours to collect Cepanim certificates through Panama’s digital system. The MEF is using appointments and document checks to keep the process orderly and avoid long lines.
Panama Canal auction prices have quadrupled as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz shifts global energy shipping routes. The spike highlights the canal’s growing strategic value in a strained maritime network.
The Ministry of Economy and Finance says Cepanim payment amounts are not shown online and must be confirmed at its offices or by calling 506-6100. The guidance applies to retirees and beneficiaries of deceased pensioners.
Panama’s repeated ties to Parlacen have fueled criticism that the regional body functions as a safe harbor for former leaders. The debate has become a familiar test of political accountability and public trust.
Panama extradited an Iranian national to the United States to face allegations tied to a sanctions evasion scheme. The case stems from a 2014 indictment and an arrest in Panama in July 2025.
An abandoned treatment plant in Ciudad del Futuro, Arraiján, has led to overflowing contaminated water and renewed concern over sanitation and oversight. The case highlights the risks of neglected infrastructure in a growing district of Panamá Oeste.
Ali Zaki Hage Jalil arrived in Panama extradited from Venezuela in connection with the 1994 Alas Chiricanas bombing that killed 21 people. He was taken straight to the Judicial Investigation Directorate after landing at Tocumen Airport.
Venezuela has transferred a key suspect to Panama in the decades-old bombing case tied to Alas Chiricanas Flight 901, which killed all 21 people aboard in 1994. The move revives attention on one of Panama’s most painful terrorism cases.
Panama’s Assembly advanced bill 443, which would require all gasoline sold in the country to include 10% bioethanol. The proposal now faces further debate after lawmakers raised constitutional objections.