Panama has asked for talks with China’s transport ministry over the detention of Panamanian-flagged ships in Chinese ports. The move highlights the country’s stake in protecting its global maritime registry.
Three ship hijackings near the Gulf of Aden have revived fears that piracy may be returning to the waters off Somalia and Yemen. The incidents raise the prospect of higher shipping costs and broader disruptions to global trade.
Panama’s Ministry of Education is expanding its investigation into alleged fake titles linked to teachers and administrative staff. New complaints are expected to involve a significant number of educators.
Panama will tender five port concessions over the next 18 months, President José Raúl Mulino said. The plan underscores the country’s push to strengthen its logistics sector and maritime trade role.
Tigo Panama has secured an US$88 million cash boost to support mergers and acquisitions as well as new spending. The funding gives the telecom operator more flexibility to expand in Panama’s competitive market.
Boquete is hosting Remote Latin America 2026, giving Panama a platform to promote sustainable, authentic travel to international tourism professionals. The event includes more than 45 meetings aimed at building new partnerships for the destination.
Around 200 teachers and other education workers have resigned after Panama’s Education Ministry filed criminal complaints over fake university diplomas. The case has raised concerns about hiring integrity and staffing in the public school system.
Panama has won an arbitration dispute over bonds at ICSID, a result that may bolster investor confidence and the country’s legal standing in global markets.
Gulf states are pressing the United Nations to secure the Strait of Hormuz, demanding that Iran stop attacks and protect shipping through the vital passage. The move reflects rising concern over a chokepoint that is central to global energy supplies.
Panama’s health ministry is monitoring hantavirus after 14 accumulated cases were confirmed in 2026. Officials are urging residents to avoid rodent exposure and follow cleaning precautions.
Panama learned its group stage opponents for the Concacaf U-20 Championship after the tournament draw was held for the event in Mexico. The draw sets the stage for Panama’s preparation ahead of a key youth competition.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi visited Gonzalillo and Nueva Libia and pledged a new pedestrian bridge after residents raised safety concerns. The project responds to a community request that has been pending for more than 30 years.
Cold-box bus operators in Panamá Oeste suspended service until midday to demand a higher fuel subsidy and passage over the Bridge of the Americas. The protest disrupted commuters in one of Panama’s busiest transport corridors.
A surprise transport operation in Colón removed several buses and taxis from circulation after officials found irregularities. Some vehicles were also towed away.
Panama’s Agency for Government Innovation says cargo transporters must update their information to avoid losing access to the fuel subsidy. The warning comes after electronic notices were already sent to users.
Capac and Panama’s Fire Department signed an agreement to modernize construction procedures and strengthen safety oversight through digital tools. The deal centers on expanding the Dinasepi Online platform.
President José Raúl Mulino says tensions with China are easing, but Panamanian-flagged vessel detentions remain heavily concentrated in Chinese ports. The latest figures show China accounted for nearly 79% of detentions through May 7.
Panama has logged a third straight year of declining births, signaling a notable demographic shift. The trend could affect schools, healthcare, and long-term workforce planning.
A 25-year-old man was arrested in Chiriquí during Operation Coraza over an alleged abuse case involving his brother. The arrest was carried out in a joint operation by the National Police and the Public Ministry.
President José Raúl Mulino will travel to Costa Rica for Laura Fernández’s inauguration and meet with Spain’s King during the visit. The trip highlights Panama’s diplomatic ties with its Central American neighbors and Europe.