A potable water leak in Colón is damaging several homes and creating hazardous conditions for residents. The case comes as Panama City continues to face water shortages, underscoring wider strain on the country’s water system.
Panama’s police chief confirmed a rise in homicides in April and said authorities are reinforcing operations with patrols and drones. The move aims to strengthen public safety and respond to the increase in violent deaths.
President José Raúl Mulino met with Realizando Metas deputies to review national priorities, including drinking water, roads, agriculture, and fuel support. The discussions point to a coordinated push on public services and cost-of-living relief.
Panamanian authorities arrested 24 people in eastern Panama district neighborhoods during a joint anti-drug operation targeting a microtrafficking network. The case also involved seizures of drugs and cash, with investigators flagging sales near schools.
U.S.-China tensions have flared again after Chinese authorities briefly detained Panama-flagged ships in Chinese ports, prompting a sharp response from Washington. The dispute highlights Panama’s outsized role in global shipping and the geopolitical weight of its maritime registry.
Panama is taking part in the 24th Week of Vaccination in the Americas, a regional campaign led by the Pan American Health Organization. The initiative underscores the importance of vaccines and the push to close immunization gaps across the region.
A familiar slogan about Panama’s foreign policy is being reevaluated in light of modern geopolitics, where infrastructure, data, and economic pressure shape power. The argument calls for alliances guided by strategy, not passive neutrality.
China has rejected a U.S. statement backing Panama over detained Panamanian-flagged ships, calling the position groundless. Beijing says the inspections are normal procedures under Chinese law.
The Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo will return to Panama in 2026, reinforcing the country’s role as a regional trade and logistics hub. The event is expected to draw industry players across the automotive and recycling sectors.
China has accused the United States of hypocrisy after Washington raised concerns about Panama’s sovereignty. The exchange highlights Panama’s continuing importance in global trade and geopolitics.
More than 20 people were arrested in a drug sales operation in Panama East, with police actions concentrated in Pacora, 24 de Diciembre, and Las Garzas. The sweep targeted suspected street-level distribution points in several neighborhoods.
Panama will see a new fuel price adjustment this week, with 95-octane gasoline rising and diesel falling. The change could affect commuting costs and transport expenses nationwide.
Panama Canal booking prices have nearly tripled as shipping companies race to secure passage amid instability tied to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz risks. One carrier paid $4 million to cross, highlighting the canal’s global importance.
The Panama Canal is back in the spotlight as U.S.-China rivalry adds new geopolitical weight to one of the world’s most important shipping routes. For Panama, the canal remains both an economic engine and a strategic national asset.
A water leak has raised concern in a Colón community, highlighting ongoing infrastructure and service issues that can quickly affect daily life. Residents are focused on stopping the flow and preventing further damage.
China accused the United States of politicizing the Panama Canal terminal dispute while seeking greater control over the waterway. The exchange adds to growing tensions over Panama’s strategic ports and canal-linked infrastructure.
China’s foreign minister accused the United States of politicizing Panama port issues and spreading rumors amid tensions tied to the Panama Canal. The remarks highlight growing geopolitical competition around one of the world’s most important shipping routes.
A constitutional challenge has reached Panama’s Supreme Court over the law requiring ethanol in gasoline. The case comes as lawmakers and energy officials continue to clash over the policy’s impact on consumers, competition and the sugar industry.
President José Raúl Mulino met with Realizando Metas lawmakers to review fuel costs, water projects, road works, and measures to address rising expenses. The talks highlight the government’s focus on cost-of-living pressures and public infrastructure.
Caja de Ahorros has activated $600 million to speed up public works financing and contractor payments in Panama. The plan could grow to $3 billion.