Switzerland has approved its adherence to the Panama Canal neutrality protocol, strengthening international support for the waterway’s neutral role in global trade. The move adds symbolic weight at a time of rising geopolitical tension.
Gasoline prices in Panama have risen again, pushing 95-octane fuel above $5 per gallon and increasing pressure on household and transport budgets. The new hike is likely to affect commuters and businesses across the country.
Panama’s General Directorate of Revenue has set Friday, May 15 as the deadline to submit envelopes for the first Regional Fiscal Lottery drawing. The prize pool totals $440,000 across four regions, with public raffles starting May 19.
The IMA has opened a call for Panama’s pork-processing industry to supply picnic ham with bone for the 2026 Naviferias. The move signals early planning for one of the country’s key holiday food distribution programs.
Switzerland has joined the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty, reinforcing international support for the canal’s permanent neutral status. The move highlights the canal’s importance to global trade and Panama’s diplomatic role as its steward.
President José Raúl Mulino opened the International Free Zones Congress in Panama, promoting the country’s financial stability and economic growth to investors. He also invited participants to consider Panama as a destination for new business.
An Israeli tourist was killed and four others were injured in a bus crash in Panama. The accident highlights ongoing road-safety concerns for visitors and residents alike.
A Beechcraft 300 King that disappeared after leaving Panama in May 2025 has been found in Florida. Civil Aviation confirmed the discovery nearly a year after the aircraft went missing.
President José Raúl Mulino opened a global free zones congress in Panama by urging international investors to use the country as a logistics and trade hub. He said Panama offers a strong financial system, growing economy and business-friendly conditions.
An Israeli woman was killed and several other Israelis were injured in a highway crash in Panama. The incident highlights ongoing road safety risks on major routes across the country.
Lawmaker Betserai Richards denounced a critical situation involving hospitalized patients at the Hospital Irma de Lourdes Tzanetatos. His comments have renewed scrutiny of public hospital care in Panama.
Switzerland has joined the protocol tied to the Panama Canal’s permanent neutrality treaty, a move Panama says reinforces the waterway’s role in peace and global trade. The government described the decision as support for the canal’s neutral, open, and secure operation.
Panama is competing in the 15th Pan American School Chess Championship in El Salvador, a regional event that brings together young talents from across the Americas. The tournament offers emerging players international experience and a platform to grow in competitive chess.
Rubén Blades has been named Billboard’s 2026 Indie Icon, a recognition that reflects his decades-long commitment to artistic independence. The Panamanian legend continues to record, write, and tour while keeping control of his music.
Parents at a school in Penonomé are alleging irregular handling of insurance funds and say the amount involved could reach $20,000. They also believe similar problems may have happened in previous years.
Panama’s Civil Aeronautics authority confirmed the discovery of a Beechcraft 300 King that had been missing since it departed Panama in May 2025. The finding ends more than a year of uncertainty surrounding the aircraft.
Switzerland has joined the Panama Canal neutrality treaty, a move Panama views as a recognition of its serious international stewardship of the waterway. The step reinforces diplomatic support for one of the world’s most important trade routes.
Biologists found reef-like marine communities near the site of the new wharf in Puerto Armuelles. The study is examining fish abundance and the plankton that support the marine food chain.
Panama City completed 200 meters of new sidewalks and planted 30 trees on Calle 74 in Betania, improving pedestrian access and the local environment. The project is part of a wider municipal push to recover public spaces across the capital.
Panama City Hall will hold a public hearing on a proposal to temporarily extend business hours during the FIFA World Cup 2026. The measure is aimed at supporting tourism, commerce, and economic activity in the capital.
