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Under the Firmness Plan, the National Police arrested 677 people in the last 72 hours…. The post Police Arrest 677 People and Seize 191 Packages of Drugs in the Last 72 Hours appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Foreign Minister Martínez-Acha Vásquez with his counterpart Manuel Tovar, from Costa Rica. The post After Trade Tensions Panama and Costa Rica Agree to a Diplomatic Truce at the UN appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The foreign ministers of Panama, Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez, and China, Wang Yi, will hold a… The post Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez and Wang Yi Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Pictured below is Rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas on the left and Minister of Education Lucy Molinar.on the right. The post Lucy Molinar of Meduca Reports that Etelvina de Bonagas Has Resigned appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The inspectors checked documents, mechanical condition and general condition of the vehicles. Among the most common infractions were drivers driving without a valid insurance policy, drivers without a driver’s license, bald tires, and cases of contempt. The post In a Surprise ATTT Operation in Los Andes the Traffic Tickets Rained Down appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Below is the conceptual design of the future bridge over the Panama Canal, which will be exclusively for the Panama-David-Chiriquí train. Renfe was hired directly by the National Railway Secretariat for an amount of $338,812. The post For the Panama-David Train the Spanish Company ‘Renfe’ will Evaluate the Design of the Future Bridge Over the Canal appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
The investigation focuses on the rector and a circle of twelve additional people, among whom recurring surnames such as Bonagas Medianero and Medianero Atencio stand out. The post Properties Linked to the Rector of Unachi and 12 Family Members are Being Investigated by the Prosecutor appeared first on Newsroom Panama.
Seguros SURA Panamá is tying the emotion of the 2026 World Cup to a message about family protection and life insurance. The campaign also echoes Panama’s lasting World Cup memory: Felipe Baloy’s first goal at Russia 2018.
Seguros SURA Panamá is linking the emotional power of the 2026 World Cup with a message about family protection and long-term planning. The campaign recalls Panama’s historic first World Cup goal in 2018 as part of that narrative.
Mas Móvil Panamá is set to launch a Starlink-backed direct-to-consumer internet service, adding satellite connectivity to Panama’s telecom market. The move could improve access in areas where traditional broadband remains limited.
Renfe will review the design of the future railway bridge over the Panama Canal as part of the Panama-David-Frontera project. The assessment is aimed at reducing technical risks and testing the viability of one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure plans.
Panama’s trade dispute with Costa Rica has grown into a diplomatic flashpoint, even though the products involved account for a tiny share of both economies. The clash also highlights the bigger opportunity for deeper regional integration between two of Central America’s most stable markets.
Panama’s Public Works Ministry will retender the Playa Paunch–Boca del Drago coastal road in Bocas del Toro after ending its contract with Constructora Santa Fe. A tribunal upheld the contract termination but lifted the company ban and blocked bond execution.
Repossessed homes are emerging as a practical housing option in Panama, offering quicker delivery, bank-backed pricing and financing that lowers the upfront barrier. Buyers still need to budget for repairs because these properties are sold as-is.
IMA Agroferias will operate this Tuesday, May 26, at 10 sales points across Panama starting at 8:00 a.m. Shoppers must bring their ID card and reusable bags.
Panama is taking a new diplomatic approach as U.S.-China tensions put the Panama Canal back at the center of global politics. The move highlights the country’s effort to protect sovereignty while preserving the canal’s economic value.
APEDE is urging Panama to shift more tourism promotion toward the provinces, arguing that inland travel can create jobs and spread economic benefits nationwide. The group says tourism should help communities outside the capital, not just businesses in Panama City.
Panama has eliminated the tax on casino and betting winnings in a bid to make the country more attractive to tourists. The move fits a broader regional push to boost visitor spending and support the hospitality sector.
Ilya Espino de Marotta’s appointment to lead the Panama Canal has drawn attention to water security, climate resilience and the future of the waterway. The Chamber of Commerce says her tenure begins at a decisive moment for Panama’s logistics and trade role.
Panama Circular Experience gathered government and business leaders to discuss circular economy strategies in Panama. The event underscored growing interest in sustainability as both an environmental and economic priority.