Oil shipments through the Panama Canal have climbed 70% as Asian buyers increasingly rely on U.S. crude. The surge reinforces the canal’s role in global energy trade and Panama’s economy.
Luis Eduardo Camacho weighed in on Jorge Herrera’s performance at the National Assembly, underscoring debate over the chamber’s leadership and future direction. The comments highlight the Assembly’s central role in Panama’s political balance.
UNACHI Rector Etelvina de Bonagas promised transparency as the university confronts financial and administrative strain after a 34% budget cut. The reduction has raised pressure on operations and governance.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a U.S.-brokered 72-hour ceasefire as it neared expiration, with at least two people killed. American and European officials are weighing next steps to keep talks alive.
Panama will host a UN delegation to review environmental and social projects led by UNDP, UNFPA and UNOPS. The visit highlights the country’s role as a regional hub for multilateral development work.
A shooting on Avenida Domingo Díaz near El Crisol left one person dead and another injured. National Police and forensic teams are investigating the attack.
The Panama Canal is handling record traffic as a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz pushes shippers toward alternative routes. The surge highlights Panama’s growing strategic role in global trade.
A deadly clash during an equestrian rally in Bugaba left one dead and three injured. Police are calling on organizers and municipalities to strengthen security at mass events.
Health authorities in the U.S. and France confirmed new hantavirus cases among passengers evacuated from the MV Hondius after a deadly outbreak. The ship remains in Tenerife as countries coordinate testing, quarantine and repatriation measures.
Montijo officials are seeking the permanent closure of the local landfill after a third fire was reported there this year. The repeated incidents have renewed concerns about safety, smoke, and waste management in the district.
New infrastructure projects in Panama Este include a bridge and pocket park in Las Garzas, plus safety railings and solar lights in 24 de Diciembre. The works aim to improve mobility, security, and community life.
Panama’s National Assembly has opened debate on an Executive Branch bill to reform the Fiscal Code, including income tax changes and new substance rules for certain foreign-source income. The discussion is taking place during extraordinary sessions called by President José Raúl Mulino.
The CSS has opened registration for private doctors on Mi Receta Digital, expanding Panama’s electronic prescription platform. The move brings private medical practices into the country’s digital health system.
A shipment of U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve crude is headed to Panama for the first time, destined for a west coast refinery. The move highlights Panama’s role in regional energy logistics and maritime trade.
A fragile Iran ceasefire is under fresh pressure after Trump rejected Tehran’s latest proposal, heightening fears of renewed conflict and energy market turmoil. The stakes extend beyond the Middle East, with possible ripple effects for global trade and inflation.
UNACHI’s payroll has drawn attention after a review showed salaries that exceed Panama’s civil service scale by wide margins. The university’s autonomy and bonus structure have helped drive pay far above standard public-sector levels.
Firefighters rescued a child trapped inside a vehicle in Empalme after responding to the emergency. The incident highlights the risks of locked car situations and the need for quick action.
Israel and Hezbollah have stepped up attacks in Lebanon, putting an already fragile ceasefire under severe strain. The escalation raises the risk of a broader regional conflict with global economic consequences.
Panamanian authorities seized 1,738 suspected drug packages hidden in a container at a port in Colón. The operation highlights the province’s role as a key target in anti-narcotics efforts.
Physical delivery of CEPANIM certificates will begin in June 2026, following digital registration by more than 205,000 beneficiaries. The move marks the next phase of the program’s rollout in Panama.