China allowed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to attend a Beijing summit under the name “Marco Lu,” a protocol workaround that highlights ongoing U.S.-China tensions. The move comes as both sides navigate sanctions, rivalry, and the broader geopolitical stakes for Latin America.
Panama enters the 2026 World Cup cycle with a stronger football identity and a reputation that no longer invites easy matches. The national team now looks capable of competing with greater confidence on the international stage.
Israeli victim of a Panama crash has been identified as Noa Yitzhak. The case highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in the country.
An Israeli dance teacher killed in a crash in Panama has been identified. The case highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the country and the impact of fatal traffic accidents on families at home and abroad.
Trump’s summit with Xi in Beijing comes as tensions over trade, Taiwan and Iran put U.S.-China relations under strain. The talks could affect global markets, shipping and diplomatic dynamics far beyond Asia.
Renewed debate over the Panama Canal is drawing attention to Panama’s broader economic model and the importance of free enterprise. The discussion highlights how the canal, trade, and investment remain closely tied to the country’s future.
A former Unachi human resources chief has described nepotism, political influence and payroll growth inside the Chiriquí university. Her remarks add fuel to the debate over governance and accountability at one of Panama’s public universities.
Panama’s National Assembly boosted its 2026 budget to $141.8 million after approving $26.5 million in transfers, a 43.6% rise from the original allocation. The move sparked a heated debate over payroll growth, transparency, and public spending oversight.
Panama’s Education Ministry has relaunched a $268.5 million tender to buy more than 531,000 laptops for public school students. The plan revives a debate over whether the country should invest in devices or permanent computer labs.
Martín Torrijos is set to unveil a new political party in Panama, signaling a possible 2029 presidential run. At the same time, internal Assembly and comptroller disputes are sharpening the country’s political scene.