Panama’s National Assembly approved Law 571, easing restrictions on interventions in coral reefs and seagrass beds. President José Raúl Mulino now must decide whether to sign or veto the measure.
Panama City’s Vía España is set for a major redesign centered on exclusive MiBus lanes, new stations and wider pedestrian infrastructure. The $80.1 million project promises faster transit and urban renewal, but it has also raised concerns among businesses and residents along the corridor.
Donald Trump accused U.S. forces of acting “like pirates” in relation to Iranian ships near the Strait of Hormuz, sharpening tensions over a vital global shipping lane. The dispute matters far beyond the Gulf because any disruption there can reverberate through energy markets and trade routes reaching Panama and Latin America.
Cuba has rejected new Trump sanctions, calling them collective punishment and warning they will deepen hardship for ordinary people. The move renews a long-running standoff with implications across the Caribbean and Latin America.
China’s detentions of Panama-flagged vessels have triggered a joint backlash from the U.S. and five Latin American and Caribbean nations. The dispute puts Panama’s global ship registry and maritime reputation in the spotlight.
Peru has launched an investigation into claims that citizens were lured by fake job offers and trafficked into Russia’s war in Ukraine. The case highlights growing concerns over transnational recruitment scams tied to an active conflict.
Debt has become normal in Panama, but a new reflection argues that the real problem is not borrowing itself — it is the lack of financial reasoning behind it. In that context, avoiding debt may be the true luxury.
Panama’s Supreme Court voided an addendum to a National Lottery contract with Scientific Games International, finding that officials changed the deal illegally. The ruling highlights the legal limits on modifying public contracts without a competitive process.
Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro face off tonight in the Béisbol Mayor final at Rod Carew Stadium in Panama City. The championship game brings together two of Panama’s strongest baseball provinces.
Panama has drawn support from the U.S. and five other countries after a dispute with China over canal-related pressure. The episode highlights the canal’s importance as both a trade route and a strategic national asset.
Panama’s football rise has taken it from the birth of professional league play to a second World Cup appearance in 2026. Stronger player development, more professionals abroad and a higher FIFA ranking show how far the national game has come.
Families took advantage of the May 1 holiday to visit Panama City’s Metropolitan Natural Park, one of the capital’s most important urban green spaces. The park remains a popular refuge for wildlife and a favorite destination for outdoor recreation.
Tomato prices have climbed to as much as $2.00 per pound at Panama City’s San Felipe Neri Market. Vendors point to heavy rains and higher fuel costs as the main reasons.
Patients at Isla Colón’s Guillermo Sánchez Borbón Hospital are urging authorities to add medical staff and maintain the relatively new facility. The appeal highlights growing concern over healthcare capacity in Bocas del Toro.
Panama received hemispheric backing amid tensions over recent actions affecting Panama-flagged vessels. The dispute underscores the country’s strategic role in global shipping and regional diplomacy.
Aníbal Ureña, 81, is still working as a barber in David, where he helped found one of the city’s oldest barbershops in the 1970s. He says the profession supported his children’s education and his retirement.
China Merchants Group is discussing a role in a massive port purchase involving CK Hutchison, a deal that could include Panama Canal-area terminals. The talks are unfolding amid legal, regulatory, and geopolitical pressure.
Panama National Police officers marked Labor Day by sharing testimonies about their pride in public service and the call to join the force. Their reflections highlighted the human side of policing and its role in national life.
The Panama Major Football League has set its 2026 draft as teams prepare for a season opener scheduled for August 15 at Estadio Emilio Royo. The move gives clubs a key early milestone as they build toward the new campaign.
Panama’s limited representation in the UN is drawing fresh attention as candidates for secretary-general debate staffing and geographic balance. The outcome could influence Panama’s role in multilateral decision-making and regional operations.