Panama’s Law 520 requires outgoing mayors and representatives to submit a management report within 30 calendar days after leaving office. The measure formalizes accountability during local government transitions.
Panama is advancing an integrated water plan for Azuero with support from the United States and Israel. The project includes new wells and structural works aimed at improving long-term supply.
Copa Airlines has ordered 40 Boeing 737 MAX jets, signaling a major fleet expansion for Panama’s flagship carrier. The purchase reinforces the airline’s hub strategy in Panama City and its regional growth plans.
Scientists recorded the first failure of the Gulf of Panama’s seasonal upwelling in over 40 years, a rare shift with implications for marine life and fisheries. The event raises concerns about changing ocean conditions along Panama’s Pacific coast.
Finance Minister Felipe Chapman denied any role in Panama’s bioethanol bill as the proposal faces scrutiny over family and business ties. The debate has also raised questions about conflicts of interest inside the government.
ATTT warned the public about fake text messages that claim to carry traffic fines and include payment links. The agency urged people in Panama not to click, share data, or make payments through unsolicited SMS messages.
A U.S. special forces soldier has pleaded not guilty to charges of using classified information tied to a Maduro operation to profit on Polymarket. The case raises concerns about intelligence security, insider trading, and the regional fallout of U.S.-Venezuela tensions.
Copa Airlines has ordered 40 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with an option for 20 more, a major fleet move tied to Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub. The agreement strengthens the airline’s long-term growth strategy through Tocumen International Airport.
Panama will begin Black Ethnicity Month celebrations on May 1 with activities focused on Afro-descendant rights and cultural awareness. A major parade is set for May 17 in the Río Abajo corregimiento.
Transport operators from the Ngäbe Buglé comarca met with ATTT representatives in Santiago to request inclusion in Panama’s fuel subsidy program. The move underscores ongoing pressure from regional transport groups seeking relief from operating costs.
Copa Airlines has ordered 40 more Boeing 737 Max jets and converted 20 options, reinforcing its fleet strategy and Panama City hub network. The move highlights the carrier’s role in Panama’s air connectivity and regional travel market.
Aid agencies warn that nearly eight million people in South Sudan are at risk of acute hunger amid a deepening humanitarian crisis. They say time is running out to prevent a catastrophic escalation.
Donald Trump publicly rebuked German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over criticism of the U.S. war on Iran, deepening a transatlantic split. The clash underscores growing divisions among Western allies at a moment of high global tension.
Colegio José Antonio Remón Cantera imposed sanctions after an assault between students and urged families to reinforce core values at home. The school emphasized shared responsibility in preventing violence and maintaining a safe environment.
Panama received joint support from the United States and several regional governments in a statement backing its sovereignty. The message also pointed to concerns about Chinese economic pressure and Panama’s strategic role.
Classes at the Ildaura Vieto school in Pesé were suspended after fleas were found in four classrooms. Control work is underway until the infestation is eliminated.
Joselyne Edwards climbed to No. 3 in the UFC bantamweight rankings after defeating Norma Dumont at UFC Las Vegas 116. The Panamanian fighter now has five straight UFC wins and is targeting a title path.
Vandalism at a water intake in Chiriquí has left several communities without water for two days after thieves stole cable and copper from the station. The damage has disrupted service and raised costs for Idaan.
Copa Airlines has ordered 40 Boeing 737 MAX jets with options for 20 more, strengthening its fleet strategy from Panama’s main aviation hub. The deal highlights the airline’s focus on efficiency and regional growth.
Panama’s Law 521 makes exhibitionism a crime, with prison terms of up to six years for sexual acts or genital exposure in public spaces. The measure strengthens penalties for conduct carried out openly in areas accessible to the public.