The war with Iran is pushing the United States away from a narrow precision-strike model and toward a broader contest over energy and strategic infrastructure. The shift could reshape global security and energy markets, with indirect effects for Panama and Latin America.
Eduardo Leblanc has withdrawn his bid for re-election as Panama’s ombudsman, saying the decision was meant to protect the independence and legitimacy of the office. The move shifts attention to the selection of the country’s next Defensor del Pueblo.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works is preparing a tender for major repairs on the Centenario Bridge and the Bridge of the Americas. The bidding is expected this year, with work projected to begin next year.
The Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal has reached 35% overall completion, with foundation work already 75% finished. The project is a major infrastructure effort aimed at improving connectivity and easing traffic in the capital area.
Dead fish in the Curunducito River have drawn attention to sewage contamination and the growing pressure on Panama’s urban waterways. The incident highlights the environmental and public health risks tied to polluted rivers.
Panama’s Metro system is now carrying about 420,000 passengers a day after MiBus adjusted service in response to higher fuel costs. The shift shows how fuel prices continue to reshape commuting patterns in the capital.
IMA’s village store in La Villa de Los Santos is offering a variety of products for residents and nearby shoppers in Los Santos province. The outlet adds another local option for everyday household purchases.
Panama closed the Bridge of the Americas after a truck explosion killed one person and prompted a structural inspection. The shutdown disrupted a vital crossing over the Panama Canal linking Panama City with the west of the country.
Panama City canceled the bidding process for the $8 million renewal of Calle 50, saying the municipality must reprogram its investment budget. The project aimed to improve mobility, accessibility and public space along one of the capital’s busiest corridors.
Panama’s Health Ministry has ordered the immediate withdrawal of perfumes containing a prohibited substance and required distributors to document the total removal within 30 days.
Panama has launched a free nationwide flu vaccination campaign using a trivalent vaccine that targets the influenza strains currently circulating in the country. The effort is led by the Ministry of Health and the Social Security Fund.
U.S. Army engineers will inspect Panama’s Bridge of the Americas after part of the structure was affected by a fire near La Boca. The technical review is meant to assess safety, including for heavy cargo vehicles and large buses.
IMA’s Agroferias begin Thursday at 8:00 a.m., offering basic food basket products at lower prices. The fairs continue to serve as a budget-friendly option for Panama households.
Israel launched heavy strikes in Lebanon just one day after a US-Iran ceasefire, intensifying fears that the Middle East conflict could spread. The escalation may also unsettle global energy and shipping markets that matter to Panama and Latin America.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will receive a detailed structural report on the Bridge of the Americas from US Army engineers next Monday. The review highlights the bridge’s importance as a critical link across the entrance to the Panama Canal.
San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández questioned why municipalities receive only 80 million balboas from the 200 million collected through IBI. Her comments renew scrutiny of how property-tax revenue is distributed in Panama.
Panama’s dollar-based economy and role as a regional financial hub make cross-border payments an important issue for residents and expats. International transfers, banking rules, and digital payment tools all shape how money moves in and out of the country.
Trump appears to be seeking a way out of the Iran conflict, but the political and strategic fallout could last for years. The implications may reach far beyond the Middle East, including global trade and energy markets.
Fidel Escobar has rejoined Deportivo Saprissa, keeping the Panamanian defender in a competitive club setting ahead of Panama’s upcoming football commitments. His return comes as attention builds toward the national team’s scheduled match against Brazil on May 31.
A woman was arrested in La Chorrera during Operation Falsum over an alleged loan fraud scheme that used forged employment and Social Security documents. Three other people have also been charged in the case.