Panama and Argentina signed an agreement to boost trade and investment, reinforcing Panama’s push to serve as a regional business hub. The pact fits into broader efforts to expand economic ties across Latin America.
The Municipality of Panama will hold a special sale at the San Felipe Neri Market on April 15 starting at 6:00 a.m., with prices from $3. The event aims to support local producers while offering affordable options for shoppers in Panama City.
Panama City will host an Inter-American telecommunications event on Thursday and Friday, marking the second time the Panamanian capital has welcomed the gathering. The meeting is expected to focus on concrete projects and regional cooperation in communications.
CK Hutchison is pressing ahead with expansion plans while its Panama Canal dispute moves through international arbitration. The case highlights the strategic and legal importance of Panama’s most critical shipping corridor.
A Panama-flagged ship was caught in a Russian drone strike on a Ukrainian port, underscoring the dangers facing commercial shipping in the Black Sea. The incident also highlights Panama’s outsized role in global maritime trade.
The United States has launched a blockade on Iranian ports, escalating the conflict with Tehran on its 46th day. Trump says a deal is still possible, keeping diplomacy alive even as pressure rises.
The Sea of Azov has been transformed by Russia’s war in Ukraine, with major industrial sites on Ukraine’s coast left in ruins. The destruction highlights the conflict’s long-term economic and strategic costs.
Chiriquí has taken control of its Mayor Baseball semifinal against Panamá Oeste, and Game 4 is set for Thursday night. Fans can watch live on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and the TVMAX PANAMÁ YouTube channel.
Azuero is nearing one year since authorities declared its water unsafe for human consumption, with residents still relying on rationing and temporary measures. The crisis highlights years of delayed action on contamination in the La Villa River.
Panama’s comptroller, Anel Flores, is under scrutiny after entering a Public Ministry proceeding and drawing criticism over other actions. The controversy has sparked a wider debate about who can rein in powerful state officials.
Panama’s planned $273 million laptop purchase is drawing criticism from a new study that says mass device programs have not improved learning. The debate revives long-running questions about whether education spending should prioritize technology or measurable classroom results.
Panama’s political and institutional tensions deepened as auditors tied to a comptroller dispute were cited by prosecutors, while lawmakers, privacy concerns and a cyberattack added to the pressure. The episodes underscore growing friction between oversight bodies, the Assembly and public communication channels.
Panama’s new 2% tax on the first sale of newly built homes is splitting the housing sector, with builders saying the impact can be managed and housing advocates warning of higher prices and weaker investment.
Researchers in Coiba confirmed the first documented presence of juvenile lemon sharks in Boca Grande, revealing an important nursery habitat inside the national park. The discovery strengthens Coiba’s role as a benchmark for Panama’s coastal conservation.
Ifarhu has started receiving academic and banking documents from university scholarship recipients with active benefits granted before 2026. The process runs through central and regional offices under scheduled calendars.
Panama’s Electoral Tribunal approved a $145,500 direct advertising contract for Sunday program China TV, including TV spots and social media placements. The deal was justified as a way to strengthen outreach to the Chinese-Panamanian community.
Chiriquí’s worsening unemployment is driving massive interest in Puerto Barú in David, where 20,000 résumés have already been submitted. The project has become a key symbol of job hope in a province facing heavy migration and job losses.
Bladex unveiled a new brand identity from its Panama headquarters, linking the change to its Vision 2030 strategy and transformation into a trade finance platform. The announcement comes after a strong 2025, including net income of US$226.9 million and record portfolio growth.
Dredging is often controversial, but properly managed projects can support Panama’s port competitiveness without sacrificing environmental protection. The real challenge is separating technical planning from misinformation.
Panama and Paraguay shared the points in boys’ futsal at the 2026 South American Youth Games, with the host nation continuing its run at the regional event. The games are being held in Panama and broadcast on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube.