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The Consumer Protection and Competition Authority (Acodeco) received 1,693 complaints between January and August 2026… The post Failure to Provide Benefits to Retirees Tops the Complaints at Acodeco. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Rubén Pérez Pinzón, the current vice president of human resources, will serve as temporary deputy administrator. Pérez Pinzón serves as Vice President of Human Capital and has 35 years of experience at the Panama Canal. The post The Panama Canal Board of Directors Appoints Rubén Pérez Pinzón as Temporary Deputy Administrator of the Canal. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Judge Kerine Jaén dismissed a request for violation of fundamental rights filed by the defense of Publio De… The post Panama Judge Dismisses a Request Filed by Publio De Gracia. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The dilemma: To veto or to sanction? President Mulino reiterated that he will meet with business leaders and retirees next week and called on lawmakers to “legislate responsibly.” The post “If I Veto it – I’m the Bad Guy in the Story with the Elderly.” Panama President Mulino on Bill 226. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Carretero’s companies bought a wide variety of products in China and Türkiye to resell them on the island, with the regime’s approval, at a higher price. The businessman set up a network of companies that spanned half the world and allowed him to make millions by exploiting Cuban shortages. Below is Ramón Carretero doing oil deals with the former President of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro. The post The Business of Scarcity in Cuba and Panama’s Ramón Carretero. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The Panama Government Awarded the Contract for the Construction of the Controversial Prison in Divisa to the Company Riga Services, SA. The post The Controversial Divisa Prison Construction has been Awarded to Riga Services SA. Panama for $181.1 Million. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
To finance the operation, an administration trust was established with the National Bank of Panama, which will use credits and future dividends to cover the cost. The post 100% of the Shares of Petroterminal were Acquired by Panama. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The Agricultural Marketing Institute (IMA) announced that its permanent stores will remain closed nationwide on… The post Panama’s IMA Permanent Stores will be Closed this Friday September 4th but Available on Thursday the 3rd. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Promoting the participation of Panamanian artists in international events was the subject of analysis in… The post Promoting the Presence of Panamanian Artists at International Events is the Job for a New Subcommittee Established to Analyze Regulations. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
President José Raúl Mulino announced that next week he will convene a meeting at the… The post Panama President Mulino Plans a Meeting with Business Owners and Retirees to Discuss Expanded Discounts as it Pertains to the Law and Perhaps Find a Middle Ground. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The organization unveiled its new visual identity, an image that seeks to reflect its evolution, its Panamanian roots, and its commitment to continue supporting its customers. The post A New Identity but the Same Commitment to Panama is Banistmo. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
José Raúl Mulino will travel to Ecuador on September 4 to meet with Daniel Noboa and discuss trade, investment, and security. The post Panama President Mulino will Visit Ecuador to Discuss Trade Along with Investment and Security. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
President José Raúl Mulino asked for a reconsideration of the secrecy surrounding information about the ports. It took him three days to react and his response left no one indifferent. Withholding information about port concessions raises questions amid the dispute over the future of the country’s main ports. The post The Threads They Weave in the Presidential Palace, Including Power and Ports Plus Business. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The Comptroller General, Anel Flores, returned without endorsement Addendum Number 1 to the $28.4 million contract signed between the Ministry of Education (Meduca) and IS Group, SA for the acquisition of 54,000 laptops intended for teachers in the public school system. The modification remains without endorsement while differences persist regarding the amount of equipment delivered to Meduca. The post Panama’s Comptroller’s Office Returns the Laptop Contract Addendum to the Ministry of Educati
The Public Prosecutor’s Office initiated the investigation against Publio De Gracia following an audit report that revealed alleged unjustified enrichment and the use of that money for the purchase of movable goods and payment of credit cards. The post Panama Prison ‘Tinajitas’ is Where Publio De Gracia Landed Before Being Transferred to La Nueva Joya Penitentiary Tuesday. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The measure eliminates the 2% tax on the first $120,000 of the taxable base and establishes tiered rates for new homes up to $200,000. The post The Law Exempting ITBI on the Purchase of New Homes in Panama Up to $120,000 was Approved by the Executive Branch. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The San Miguelito cable car project had to be relaunched after an initial bidding process failed to attract any offers. The post Doppelmayr in Panama is Recommended to be Awarded the $270 Million Project for the San Miguelito Cable Cars. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Javier Eduardo Alvarado Martínez, originally from Chiriquí, is 22 years old and has been developing… The post A Talented Entrepreneur from Chiriquí Province Panama is Javier Alvarado. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The State will allocate $109.2 million in 2027 for special retirements for police officers, Senafront and Senan, which allow them to retire with their full salary. The post Panama Police Officers will Cost Taxpayers $109.2 Million in 2027 for Special Retirement Benefits. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The Job Fair will have two versions: a digital one and an in-person one. The digital version will be available from September 14 to 20. The post The Panama Job Fair will be Held in Person on September 15th 2026. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.