Israeli President Isaac Herzog has started an official visit to Panama, including a tour of the Panama Canal and meetings with President José Raúl Mulino and Jewish community leaders. He will continue his trip in Costa Rica.
Medcom and Panama’s Electoral Tribunal signed an agreement to launch the second generation of Debate Z on ECO TV. The project aims to promote democratic culture, critical thinking, and youth participation.
The United States has paused a military operation meant to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint critical to global energy trade. The move could affect shipping confidence, oil markets, and economies far beyond the Middle East.
Panama is being pressed to treat the global oil shock as a turning point, with calls for stronger reserves, targeted subsidies and faster energy reform. The country’s heavy reliance on imported fuel makes it especially exposed to higher prices.
The next leadership team at the Panama Canal could shape the country’s logistics future, with water security, competition, and strategy all at stake. The debate centers on choosing not just a manager, but a leader capable of steering long-term planning.
Panama records a traffic accident every 15 minutes, and a fatal crash in Chame that killed a family has renewed concern over road safety. The repeated deaths on the country’s roads highlight an urgent public safety problem.
Panama’s Labor Ministry has launched a new AI-powered job bank with 1,500 companies already registered. The platform aims to simplify job searches and improve employer-candidate matching.
Panama will face Brazil in a World Cup preparation friendly on May 31, with Thomas Christiansen calling the team’s journey a privilege. The match will air on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and YouTube.
Panama’s Río Indio reservoir project aims to secure water for the canal and households, but it also raises major environmental and resettlement concerns. The plan could reshape the watershed while affecting about 550 families.
Colón Mayor Diógenes Galván denied that the new Municipal Palace will be demolished, saying no decision has been made about the abandoned project. District council members are pressing for answers on the future of the unfinished building.
ETESA is facing criticism over layoffs, management decisions and procurement concerns as workers warn that the public company’s technical capacity and tariff stability could suffer. The dispute has also reignited fears about privatization and political interference.
Panama’s national team plane has been revealed with the squad’s crest prominently displayed, reinforcing the country’s football identity ahead of the World Cup. The design highlights national pride and team spirit.
Panama’s national team unveiled the design of its aircraft, adding a new symbol to the squad’s public image. The reveal underscores the team’s role as a source of national pride.
Panama will meet Brazil in a World Cup warm-up friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. The match will air on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and TVMAX Panamá’s YouTube channel.
Heavy rains in San Miguelito have heightened fears over falling trees, with fire department statistics showing 429 incidents recorded so far in 2026. The increase underscores growing safety concerns during Panama’s rainy season.
Panama is making maritime security a central part of its foreign policy, using multilateral diplomacy to defend its shipping interests and sovereignty. The move has drawn regional support and highlights the country’s role in global trade.
Panamanian authorities are again confronting the problem of abandoned elderly patients in public hospitals, including a case at Nicolás A. Solano that has lasted more than 700 days. Officials said some families give false addresses or fail to respond, leaving hospitals to care for patients long after treatment ends.
Panama has been drawn into Group L for the 2026 World Cup with England, Croatia and Ghana. The group sets up a demanding test for Panama on football’s biggest stage.
Nostalgia is becoming a major marketing tool in Panama City, where retro-themed spaces, vintage fashion and classic music are drawing consumers. The trend is also creating a cultural bridge between generations.
A gun attack in Panama City’s 24 de Diciembre district left one person dead and another injured. The case adds to continuing concerns about violent crime in the capital.