Panama’s National Lottery held its Extraordinary Draw on April 19, 2026, drawing strong public interest nationwide. The event highlighted the continued popularity of lottery play in the country.
Panama’s Chamber of Commerce says stronger investment is essential to sustain jobs as unemployment stands at 10.4% and informality remains widespread. The warning highlights pressure on the labor market and the need for more formal employment.
Iran and the United States are testing whether diplomacy can overcome years of mistrust, sanctions and regional tensions. Any breakthrough could ease Middle East instability and help steady global energy and trade flows.
Panama is hosting the 2026 Youth South American Games, with live coverage available on TVMAX and its YouTube channel. The event is drawing attention to regional youth athletics and Panama’s role as host.
Iran, Israel and the United States have moved from decades of covert hostility to open war, creating one of the most dangerous escalations in the Middle East in years. The conflict could affect global energy prices, shipping and regional stability.
Panama Bay cleanup efforts and a proposed tunnel under the canal highlight ideas for new recreational space in Panama City. Both projects point to stronger public access to the capital’s waterfront and canal area.
A court sentenced a man to nine years in prison for cattle theft in Los Santos, a case connected to a well-known tipiquero. The ruling underscores the seriousness of livestock crime in Panama’s rural economy.
Panamanian authorities seized 999 packages of suspected illicit substance in a Pacific port operation involving a container bound for Peru. The bust highlights Panama’s ongoing efforts to stop narcotics moving through its busy shipping routes.
Panamanian authorities seized 999 packages of a suspected illicit substance from a container at a Pacific port. The shipment was reportedly bound for Peru, highlighting Panama’s role in regional trafficking routes.
Panama City’s Panama Bay cleanup has stretched for 25 years, reviving questions about when swimming may return to the waterfront. Interest is also building around a proposed tunnel under the Panama Canal for walking and biking.
The Gulf war has shown how fast military tensions can damage investor confidence, a lesson with clear relevance for Panama’s neutral image around the Canal. The conflict also underscores the economic value of stability in a region tied to global trade.
Panama’s Public Procurement Authority has restarted the tender for the Plaza 5 de Mayo renewal project after a bid challenge paused the process. The review now returns to disputed technical and pricing details in the Gana-Oti proposal.
The CEPANIM registration platform opens Monday, April 20, for about 425,000 eligible beneficiaries in Panama. Registration is a required step to access the program’s benefit.
Metro de Panamá extended its Line 2 maintenance contract with Alstom Panamá through June 30, 2026, after the previous deal expired at the end of 2025. The agreement covers trains, signaling and substations for up to $4.33 million.
Israeli attacks across Iran, Lebanon and Gaza are worsening pressure on healthcare systems already battered by war. The strikes raise fresh concerns over civilian protection and regional escalation.
Russian strikes killed at least two people in Ukraine, including a 16-year-old in Chernihiv, as Ukrainian forces hit a drone factory inside Russia. The exchanges show the war’s growing reliance on long-range drone warfare.
Panama has created a special migration category to attract up to 50 foreign scientists and researchers. The move is aimed at strengthening the country’s research base and supporting strategic innovation projects.
Panamanian authorities seized 999 packages of suspected drugs in a Pacific port operation involving the Public Ministry and Senan. The container was headed for Peru as investigators work to trace the shipment’s origin and those responsible.
Panama’s business chamber says the country needs more investment to create sustainable jobs, as unemployment stands at 10.4% and informality remains high. The warning underscores pressure on the labor market and the need for more formal employment.
Panamanian authorities seized 999 packages of alleged narcotics hidden in a container at a Pacific port and bound for Peru. The case adds to 2026 drug confiscations that have already reached about 20.5 tons.