Panama Metro will introduce operational changes on Lines 1 and 2 starting Monday, May 11, to speed passenger flow during rush hour. The move targets smoother commutes across the capital’s busiest transit corridors.
Panama is under heightened measles surveillance after two imported cases were confirmed, prompting doctors to urge families to review vaccination records. Health authorities say there is no evidence of community transmission so far.
Panama is working to strengthen its appeal to foreign investors as emerging markets compete more aggressively for capital. Its strategic location remains a key advantage in a tougher global environment.
INADEH has opened registration for its General Welder program at the Bonifacio Pereira center, giving applicants a chance to secure technical training in a high-demand trade. The course forms part of Panama’s wider workforce development effort.
Trump has rejected Iran’s response to the latest U.S. ceasefire proposal, deepening the standoff as negotiations continue through Pakistani mediators. Iran is pressing for a permanent end to the war, not just a temporary truce.
Iran has replied to a U.S. ceasefire proposal through Pakistani mediators and is pushing for a permanent end to the war as drone threats rattle Gulf states. The talks could affect energy markets and global shipping, with knock-on effects for Panama and Latin America.
New vacancies tied to the Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal and the ACP are opening fresh employment opportunities in Panama. The positions are linked to two of the country’s most important infrastructure and canal institutions.
Panama marked Global Big Day 2026 with strong nationwide participation, underscoring its standing as a major birdwatching destination. The event also highlights the country’s biodiversity and conservation value.
Students in Panama toured aircraft at Panama Pacífico International Airport during an outreach event led by U.S. and Panamanian partners. The program aimed to inspire interest in aviation while strengthening institutional ties.
Alfredo Castillero Calvo was awarded the Order of Belisario Porras and used the occasion to reflect on how trade, liberal ideas, and elite interests shaped Panama’s independence. His remarks highlighted the enduring divide between the capital and the interior.
Panama’s chamber of commerce is calling for stronger institutions, better education and long-term policies to boost international confidence. It says the country’s future depends on trusted rules, stable investment conditions and a more prepared workforce.
The CSS has confirmed the 2026 payment dates for the permanent bonus for retirees and pensioners in Panama. The benefit will be delivered by ACH and by check.
Russia says three Ukrainians were killed during a 24-hour period and accuses Kyiv of more than 1,000 ceasefire violations since a short truce began. The claims highlight how fragile any temporary pause in the war remains.
Putin has hinted that peace talks over the war in Ukraine could advance, raising hopes for diplomacy as a US-backed ceasefire effort gains momentum. But major differences between Moscow and Kyiv still block a broader settlement.
Panama’s Regional Fiscal Lottery will close entries on May 15, with draws set for four regional dates later in May. Each region will award 25 prizes, including top prizes of B/.10,000.
Panama celebrates Mother’s Day on December 8, not in May, reflecting a tradition linked to the Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception. The date remains one of the country’s most important family observances.
Complaints from teachers inside Panama’s education system helped trigger a probe at Meduca into alleged fake university diplomas. The ministry has opened a confidential channel for citizens to report suspicious cases.
Iran has sent its reply to a U.S. ceasefire proposal through Pakistan, insisting any deal must end hostilities and include guarantees against future attacks.
Panama’s consumer protection authority has reminded businesses and shoppers to respect the legal discount for jubilados. The call is aimed at preventing irregularities and improving compliance at the point of sale.
A suicide bombing and gun attack in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed at least 14 people, in another sign of persistent militant violence near the Afghanistan border.