Bocas del Toro rallied in the late innings to beat Chiriquí 6-4 in Game 7 and defend its Panama National Major Baseball Championship title. The dramatic win delivered the province’s fifth crown and its second straight championship.
Panama is at the center of renewed debate over sovereignty, foreign influence and control of strategic port assets. The dispute highlights the country’s exposed position in the wider U.S.-China rivalry.
Panama has been pulled into a growing global fight over strategic port assets, after temporary management changes sparked retaliation and a multibillion-dollar lawsuit. The dispute highlights the country’s central role in maritime trade and geopolitical competition.
A sharp political satire imagines José Raúl Mulino clashing with health officials over a new pediatric hospital, staffing gaps, and the politics of plaques. It uses the moment to question whether Panama’s health investments can deliver real care without enough personnel.
Panama has received a $60 million World Bank loan to modernize its cadastre and digitize land records. The overhaul targets long-running problems with land titles, outdated data, and irregular property deals.
Ronny Rodríguez and William Pittí have asked a Panamanian court to nullify the spyware investigation against them, alleging due process violations and expired deadlines. The case is set for trial again on May 22.
Panama’s National Assembly closed its session with key anti-corruption bills and a major internal rules reform still stalled. Lawmakers blame committee bottlenecks and a lack of political will as the agenda moves into the next legislative cycle.
Panama is advancing a tax reform that would require multinational companies to prove real economic activity in the country or face a 15% levy on gross income. The plan is aimed at curbing tax avoidance and helping Panama meet international transparency standards.
Panamanian oncologist Amarilis Salado is training in Spain on advanced radiotherapy systems, including MR Linac and proton therapy. She plans to bring that expertise back to Panama to help strengthen cancer care.