President José Raúl Mulino used the World Free Zones Congress in Panama to invite sector leaders to invest in the country. The event highlights Panama’s push to strengthen its role as a regional logistics and commerce hub.
Panama will send 11 drivers to the 2026 Latin American Karting Championship in Costa Rica, where more than 200 racers from the region will compete. The lineup spans several categories and highlights the growth of karting in the country.
Panama’s National Assembly continued its review of the Economic Substance bill, which would amend the Fiscal Code and add new tax requirements. The proposal is under committee consultation and could affect certain foreign-source passive income structures.
Alianza FC will face Veraguas United this Saturday night in an LPF matchup set for live broadcast across TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube. The game adds another important chapter to Panama’s top-flight football schedule.
Fedebeis said more than 100,000 fans attended stadiums during Panama’s national baseball championship. The federation also addressed accident insurance payments for the Mayor and Juvenil tournaments.
Felipe Baloy has named Panama’s 23-man U-17 squad for the Canteras de América tournament in Rosario, Argentina, as part of preparation for Qatar 2026. Panama opens group play against Alianza Lima on May 17.
Veraguas’ agricultural authorities are increasing oversight and support for producers after Panama declared an El Niño alert. The effort is aimed at reducing the climate event’s impact on farming in the province.
Panama City is moving forward with a $1.075 million plan to build 10 pocket parks in seven corregimientos after receiving only one bid. The project aims to reclaim small urban spaces and improve pedestrian conditions in the capital.
Felipe Chapman backed excluding Panama’s merchant shipping sector from economic substance rules in the Fiscal Code reform. Officials say the changes could help modernize tax rules while supporting Panama’s standing with the European Union.
Lawyers for Comptroller General Anel Flores say he did not interrupt a prosecutor’s office procedure when he entered during interviews with auditors. The case has drawn attention because it involves Panama’s top oversight official and an anti-corruption investigation.
Jorge Herrera said Panama’s National Assembly had 3,104 permanent employees at the start of his tenure. The figure draws attention to the size and cost of the legislative payroll.
Panama’s Ministry of Labor and the Chamber of Commerce announced new job openings, highlighting cooperation between the public and private sectors. The vacancies add another avenue for job seekers to find formal employment opportunities.
ASEP has limited distributors of TV Boxes and IPTV devices in Panama to technical support only. The move adds new regulatory pressure to the country’s digital entertainment market.
ASEP has expanded its rules on IPTV devices in Panama, targeting the sale and installation of equipment used to access unauthorized television content. The regulator says licensed streaming platforms remain unaffected.
Panama has unveiled its squad for the International U-17 Canteras de América Tournament, taking part in the event for the second time. The competition brings together national teams and youth sides from several South American clubs.
Panama’s Budget Committee approved $26.5 million in extra transfers for the National Assembly, pushing its budget to $141.8 million. The move sparked debate over payroll growth, transparency, and how legislative funds are managed.
The IMA will hold Agroferias on Thursday, May 14, starting at 8:00 a.m. in several regions of Panama. The events give residents access to agricultural products through a nationwide sales program.
Panama and the Dominican Republic discussed expanding trade, boosting tourism and coordinating on regional security. The talks also examined how free zones in both countries could support greater exchange of goods.
Panama will see higher fuel prices starting May 15, with gasoline up nine cents per liter and diesel rising five cents. The adjustment is expected to affect transport and consumer costs nationwide.
Trump’s arrival in Beijing is expected to be closely watched for signs of how China wants to frame the visit through protocol and pageantry. The optics could hint at the tone of future U.S.-China relations, with possible knock-on effects for global trade and Latin America.
