El Niño could increase pressure on the Panama Canal by straining the freshwater supply needed for its lock system. The risk highlights how climate patterns can affect one of Panama’s most important economic lifelines.
Panama signed an OECD agreement in Paris to strengthen transparency, attract investment, and align with international standards. The move supports the country’s effort to boost credibility and competitiveness.
Four armed, hooded suspects robbed the Municipal Treasury offices in Penonomé, overpowering employees and taking cash. The case has renewed concerns about security at public offices in Coclé.
Panama’s Social Security Fund has introduced the EMSella chair as a noninvasive treatment option for urinary incontinence. The technology is designed to help patients without surgery or recovery time.
The PRD is seeking 60 votes to put the possible swearing-in of Carrizo and Cortizo on the Parlacen agenda Tuesday. The effort could become a notable test of support inside the regional body.
Investor and commentator Peter Schiff has said he is considering Panama residency, adding his name to the list of prominent foreign figures eyeing the country. The interest highlights Panama’s appeal as a regional hub for finance and relocation.
The UN says South Sudan faces a serious risk of full-scale famine as fighting intensifies and hunger deepens across the country. The warning adds urgency to one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises.
President José Raúl Mulino is preparing legal changes to Panama’s tax code as the country seeks removal from the European Union’s list of non-cooperative jurisdictions. Any legislative progress may help, but delisting is not guaranteed by the October 2026 evaluation date.
Panama has expanded its fuel subsidy to cover food transporters and artisanal fishermen through Panamá Conecta. The program now supports more than 1,000 registered food carriers and about 3,600 licensed small-scale fishing boats.
US crude shipments through the Panama Canal have reached a four-year high as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz push shippers to reroute cargo. The surge underscores the canal’s strategic role in global energy trade and Panama’s importance as a transit hub.
U.S. oil shipments through the Panama Canal are nearing a four-year high, underscoring the waterway’s importance to global energy trade and Panama’s economy. The trend highlights the canal’s strategic role in linking Atlantic and Pacific markets.
Panama has formalized luxury taxis booked through apps, with the ATTT framing the move as a step toward modernization, legal certainty, and safer competition. The regulation reshapes the country’s selective transport sector and its relationship with traditional taxis.
Parents in Veraguas say students at Alto Tebario School are suffering allergy symptoms because of guano on campus. The complaint raises renewed concerns about school hygiene and student health.
Air traffic across Latin America rose 6.6% in February 2026, reaching 39.4 million passengers. Panama was among the key markets supporting the regional increase, reflecting its role as an aviation hub.
Panama has reactivated its fuel subsidy for freight transport and artisanal fishing. Some operators are reporting confusion and platform problems as the program gets underway.
Panama has been authorized to export yellowfin tuna to the United States again after 26 years, opening new opportunities for the country’s fishing sector. The move underscores the value of responsible fishing practices in accessing major export markets.
Panama’s marine fuel sales climbed 12.1% in March from February, signaling a stronger month for the country’s bunkering market. The gain underscores Panama’s continued importance as a refueling hub for international shipping.
Authorities say recent violent crimes in Río Abajo are tied to gang rivalries. The incidents highlight ongoing public security concerns in Panama City.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is urging travelers heading abroad for World Cup-related trips to check their measles vaccination status before departure. The push comes as international travel increases ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is tightening surveillance as measles cases rise in neighboring countries. The move highlights the importance of vaccination and early detection to prevent imported infections.