Panama’s Under-20 team was drawn into Group C with Honduras, Canada and Jamaica for the Concacaf championship in Mexico. The tournament will decide four World Cup places and also offer a route to the 2028 Olympics.
President José Raúl Mulino said the Isla Margarita port concession in Colón will be tendered before the end of 2026. The planned process could draw interest from major global shipping companies.
Panama has recorded hantavirus cases in 2026, raising awareness about how the disease spreads, its early symptoms and how to prevent infection. Health officials emphasize rodent control and prompt medical attention for warning signs.
A bus driver will remain detained after a fatal crash in Chame killed four people traveling in a private car, including Pastor Benjamín López and his family. The case has intensified concern over road safety in Panama Oeste.
Deputy Ernesto Cedeño filed administrative complaints against the Panama and Arraiján mayor’s offices over street vendor evictions. The case centers on alleged abuses, due process concerns, and the enforcement of public space rules.
Panama City is keeping its temporary permit available for vehicles with expired plates, giving drivers a short-term way to circulate while they regularize their paperwork. The measure is designed as a bridge, not a substitute for plate renewal.
More than 1,500 ships and 20,000 crew members are stuck in the Persian Gulf as unrest disrupts shipping routes. Panama’s role in global trade is growing as tensions boost traffic through the Canal.
Panama has put out a B/. 30.8 million tender to strengthen care for ulcers and diabetic foot conditions. The contract also covers storage and distribution to help ensure steady supplies for treatment.
Panama’s regenerative tourism model is gaining interest among Argentine travelers seeking destinations that combine nature, sustainability, and community impact. The approach is helping position the country as a standout regional choice for responsible travel.
President Jose Raul Mulino said Panama’s ties with China have improved after a dispute involving accusations that Panamanian-flagged ships were detained in Chinese ports. The development matters for Panama’s maritime interests and wider trade relations.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama’s country risk has fallen and defended the maritime registry as a pillar of the economy. He also backed continued investment tied to the Panama Canal.
President José Raúl Mulino will attend Laura Fernández’s inauguration in Costa Rica and hold bilateral meetings focused on diplomacy, trade, and regional cooperation. The visit highlights Panama’s interest in deeper Central American integration and logistics ties.
President José Raúl Mulino will travel to Costa Rica on May 8 to attend Laura Fernández’s inauguration and hold bilateral meetings, including one with Spain’s King Felipe VI. It will be his 23rd trip abroad since taking office in July 2024.
A new legislative initiative in Panama seeks to bring clearer rules and more transparency to the selection of artists for international cultural representation. The proposal aims to expand fair access and standardize how participants are chosen.
MIDES confirmed the second 2026 payment dates for beneficiaries of Red de Oportunidades, 120 a los 65, SENAPAN and Ángel Guardián. The schedule is important for families and older adults who rely on these social support transfers.
Iran is weighing a U.S. proposal to end the war as Trump threatens renewed bombing unless a deal keeps the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping. The dispute could rattle energy markets and global trade.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama’s falling country risk is improving the country’s appeal to investors. He made the remarks at the Americas Maritime Convention 2026, linking financial confidence to new capital flows.
Panama City completed new sidewalks in Las Mañanitas that will benefit more than 3,000 students and staff in the area. The municipality also delivered six community bridges and is nearing completion of two more.
President José Raúl Mulino visited ASTIBAL in Balboa and highlighted the shipyard sector’s contribution of more than 1,000 jobs in Panama. The visit points to the importance of maritime industry in the country’s logistics economy.
Two minors were detained in connection with a violent robbery against a couple on Balboa Avenue near the Cinta Costera in Panama City. The case has renewed concern over street crime in a busy central area of the capital.