The war in the Middle East is pushing more ships toward the Panama Canal as carriers seek safer and more reliable routes. The shift highlights the canal’s importance to global trade and Panama’s economy.
The Panama Canal is seeing more vessel traffic as shipping companies reroute amid the war in the Middle East. The shift highlights the canal’s continued importance to global trade and Panama’s economy.
Classes at a school in Pesé were suspended after a flea infestation was found in classrooms. Parents and teachers are pressing for safe conditions before students return.
A man was sentenced to 40 years in prison in Chiriquí for homicide and attempted robbery connected to a December 2023 attack in Bugaba. The victim was attacked inside their home.
The United States and allies issued a joint statement reaffirming support for Panama’s sovereignty. The message highlights Panama’s strategic importance as the home of the Panama Canal and a key regional trade hub.
Copa Airlines has ordered dozens of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, deepening its fleet expansion as the Panama City-based carrier grows its regional network. The move supports Panama’s role as a major aviation hub and is expected to aid jobs and economic activity.
Panama’s Social Security Fund is facing scrutiny after at least 65 complaints raised concerns about possible alterations in the pension adjudication system. The case has renewed attention on oversight and trust in public retirement benefits.
The United States and allies issued a joint statement reaffirming support for Panama’s sovereignty. The message highlights Panama’s strategic importance and its role as a sovereign Canal nation.
The ordinary hearing in Panama’s Pinchazos case was postponed and rescheduled for May. The case involving former National Security Council officials remains a major test of judicial accountability.
A video filmed by an Israeli soldier shows Beit Hanoon in northern Gaza almost completely flattened, highlighting the scale of destruction in the war. The images come amid mounting global concern over the humanitarian and political fallout of the conflict.
Panama’s Supreme Court has allowed prosecutors to continue investigating contamination of the La Villa River in Azuero. The case is tied to a wider water crisis that has affected more than 100,000 people in Herrera and Los Santos.
Copa Airlines continues to serve as Panama’s flagship carrier, strengthening the country’s role as a major air hub in the Americas. Its regional network supports travel, commerce, and tourism tied to Panama’s broader economy.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is recruiting an anesthesiologist for a hospital in Veraguas, with application requirements and contact details already outlined. The vacancy underscores the need for specialized medical staff in regional public hospitals.
Copa Airlines has ordered up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX jets, a move that could strengthen Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub. The fleet expansion underscores the airline’s long-term investment in growth and connectivity.
The Panama Canal is monitoring forecasts for a potentially severe El Niño in 2026, with water levels currently still within a manageable range. Officials say reservoir conditions remain adequate, but past droughts show how quickly the system can come under pressure.
Residents in Betania and nearby Panama City neighborhoods are facing prolonged water outages, with supply arriving mainly at night. The crisis has triggered protests, school disruptions, and renewed pressure on Idaan for a lasting fix.
Panama’s National Assembly commemorated the 200th anniversary of the Amphictyonic Congress, honoring a landmark moment in the country’s history and regional diplomacy. The ceremony highlighted the enduring value of unity and cooperation behind the 1826 gathering.
The CSS has announced where antigüedad bonus checks can be collected and which beneficiaries must appear in person. Orientation phone numbers were also provided to help people confirm the process.
Azuero has started selecting its champions for the nationwide Hecho en Panamá program. Winners from each province will move on to the national final at year’s end.
President José Raúl Mulino signed a law in Panama that criminalizes exhibitionism and sets prison terms of up to six years. The penalty rises to four years when the conduct occurs in schools.