Panama will unveil its 26-player squad ahead of a World Cup warm-up against Brazil on May 31. The friendly will be broadcast widely across TV, radio, and streaming platforms in Panama.
Panama has relaunched a multimillion-dollar plan to buy laptops for students, but the bigger question is whether the investment will improve learning. The debate now centers on evidence, costs, and whether schools need better infrastructure and support more urgently.
Martín Torrijos’ new UNE platform is already drawing scrutiny in Panama, with reactions centered on the need to avoid old political habits and prioritize citizens. The launch highlights continuing voter demand for transparency and a cleaner style of politics.
Panamanian prosecutor Patricia Ossa was shot and killed in Pueblo Nuevo on Monday night, and one person has been detained as investigators begin their work. The case is drawing attention because it targets a Public Ministry official assigned to homicide and femicide investigations.
Neymar has been recalled to Brazil’s World Cup squad after more than two years away, joining Vinícius Júnior and Raphinha in Carlo Ancelotti’s 26-man list. The move raises the stakes for Brazil as it chases a sixth world title.
Panama’s Canal is once again at the center of sovereignty debates after a new U.S. security agreement and earlier U.S. remarks stirred public concern. The country’s history with the Canal continues to shape how Panamanians view foreign military involvement.
President José Raúl Mulino met with Michelle Bachelet in Panama City as the former Chilean leader campaigns for UN secretary-general. Their talks focused on regional security, migration, and the Panama Canal.
Panama is expanding its concept of security to include the digital systems that keep trade and government services running. The new cybersecurity push reflects the country’s growing dependence on trusted data infrastructure.
AI is pushing Panama’s universities to redesign teaching, evaluation, and academic policy. The shift is reshaping the role of professors and the skills students need for the job market.
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are renewing attention on Panama’s canal neutrality model and the country’s role in global shipping. The crisis also raises concerns for trade, fuel costs, and the stability of maritime routes worldwide.
Global energy and food shocks are accelerating interest in bioeconomy as a strategic alternative to fossil-dependent production. Latin America’s biodiversity and agricultural capacity could give the region a major role in the transition.
Trump’s proposed tax reform could make it easier to transfer wealth through voluntary private giving instead of tax-driven redistribution. The debate has implications for philanthropy, investment, and how governments shape incentives.
A man accused in the E-Tax 2.0 case has been ordered held in provisional detention over an alleged fraud that prosecutors say cost Panama’s tax authority more than $500,000. The investigation, which began in 2023, already has seven people charged.
Panama hosted an international forum in Colón bringing together free zone leaders to promote investment, transparency and legal certainty. The event underscored Colón’s role in Panama’s logistics-driven economy.
President José Raúl Mulino met with Michelle Bachelet to discuss the UN’s role amid rising geopolitical crises. The meeting also highlighted Panama’s interest in multilateral diplomacy and global governance.
ITSE has opened a public contest to appoint a new educational manager for the 2025-2029 term after the resignation of Milena Gómez. The selection process runs through June and includes academic, professional, interview, and essay evaluations.
Trump said a planned attack on Iran was delayed after Gulf allies asked for more time, signaling that regional diplomacy is trying to contain a dangerous escalation. The standoff remains significant for global energy markets and shipping routes.
A 73-year-old U.S. citizen was detained in Puerto Armuelles, Chiriquí, and placed in provisional detention as Panama prepares for a possible extradition request from Oklahoma. He is wanted over alleged money laundering and foreign corruption offenses linked to bribes in Panama and Mexico.
The Fiscal Lottery’s regional draws begin Tuesday in Panama Province and continue Thursday with events covering Panama Oeste, Colón and Darién. The campaign is aimed at encouraging receipt requests and stronger tax compliance.
President José Raúl Mulino met Michelle Bachelet in Panama as her bid for UN secretary-general advances. The talks touched on global security, narcotics, and the country’s role on the Security Council.