Deputy Juan Diego Pérez Barboni is pushing to lower criminal responsibility ages for serious juvenile crimes while criticizing stalled anti-corruption bills in the Assembly. He also defended his Taiwan trip and said the Panama Canal must remain under Panamanian control.
Several new political groups in Panama have begun collecting signatures to qualify as parties for the 2029 general elections. The process is being watched closely as Martín Torrijos’ new project and the possible party transformation of Vamos could reshape the field.
Panama’s accounting profession is using its annual celebration to call for stronger ethics, more technology, and a bigger role in governance. The message reflects how CPAs are being pushed to become strategic advisers in a more complex economy.
Panama’s cuisine is changing through fusion and faster techniques, raising questions about what is lost when traditional recipes are simplified. The debate centers on preserving culinary memory while allowing the country’s food culture to evolve.
Panama’s tax rules give individuals and companies a formal path to petition the DGI, challenge decisions, and seek account corrections. Deadlines and appeal rights can be decisive when tax balances are disputed.
Alex Saab was deported from Venezuela to the United States and arrived in Miami under federal escort. The move revives one of the most politically charged corruption cases tied to Nicolás Maduro’s inner circle.
Chorrillo F.C. beat Santa Fe 3-0 in the Super Final to win Panama’s women’s super championship for a second straight year. The win featured an early strike, a quick second goal and a strong showing from 16-year-old Shaday Mow.
Unachi is facing renewed scrutiny over alleged nepotism, high salaries and a $12 million Social Security debt. The dispute has revived questions about university autonomy and political influence in public institutions.
Panama’s water crisis was diagnosed more than a decade ago, but leaks, aging infrastructure and weak management still dominate the system. The debate now is how to build a more autonomous, professional model for a basic public service.
Cerro Sonsonate in San Miguelito is at the center of a debate over high-density development, green space, and the environmental costs of urban expansion. The dispute highlights how growth in Panama’s capital region can affect heat, drainage, traffic, and public health.
David will introduce a targeted curfew around the Public Market next week as authorities respond to security concerns raised by school representatives. The measure will also regulate alcohol sales in the area.
Panama could play a larger role in global energy security as countries look for safer ways to store and move LNG amid rising geopolitical risk. The Canal’s location gives the country a strategic edge in any future reserve-and-distribution model.
Panama is preparing for a major June debate on Bill 413 as Senacyt finalizes the National AI Strategy. The outcome could set the country’s approach to innovation, accountability and digital rights.
Black soldier fly larvae are emerging in Panama as a promising way to process organic waste into animal feed and fertilizer. Researchers and institutions see it as part of a broader circular economy solution.
Panamanian legal practice can treat fake drug packages and hidden compartments as part of narcotrafficking cases. The approach reflects the country’s role as a key transit route for illicit shipments.
A humorous essay traces a garment’s journey from prized new purchase to household rag and finally a pet toy. Beneath the jokes, it offers a relatable look at spending, reuse, and sentiment in everyday life.
Bolivian security forces cleared part of a major highway near La Paz before pulling back to avoid a clash with other protesters. The move reopened limited traffic on a key transport route but left the broader road dispute unresolved.
Cruise lines are being presented as a job opportunity for Panamanians as unemployment remains high and informal work still dominates much of the labor market. The sector is drawing interest for roles in hospitality, gastronomy, and entertainment.
Mi Pueblito Afroantillano hosted a celebration of Afro-Panamanian identity filled with music, culture and artisan food. The event also highlighted the work of entrepreneurial families who prepared handmade products for visitors.
Search groups in Jalisco uncovered a clandestine burial site in El Salto with dozens of bags of human remains and 21 skeletons. The discovery highlights Mexico’s worsening disappearance crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup.