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Chiquita has begun limited banana production trials in Panama to rebuild supply after a prolonged 2025 labor strike, signaling early steps toward operational recovery.
Hong Kong’s monetary authority kept its base rate at 4% after the U.S. Fed paused at 3.5–3.75%, with analysts warning that the Middle East conflict has clouded the outlook for rate cuts this year.
Mega Bingo Mundial TV 2026 has launched in Panama, offering prizes such as trips and a house while positioning itself as a platform for a shared cause. Organizers emphasize participation and entertainment, with further details pending.
New strikes across the Middle East — including an Israeli hit on an Iranian gas field and Iranian damage to a Qatari fuel hub — have driven Brent crude toward a 52-week high as U.S. lawmakers press intelligence officials on the Iran war.
A March 18, 2026 report says Panama missed a deadline and was accused of failing to operate major ports at the Panama Canal, escalating a dispute over control. The situation could affect shipping reliability and economic revenues tied to the Canal corridor.
Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority will analyze medical insurance costs and products this year and review rules to attract international life insurance buyers amid pressures from an ageing population and global demand.
President Tinubu met British royals during a UK state visit that highlighted record-high trade between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, underscoring deepening ties.
Preliminary data from the Panama Maritime Authority show two new barges entered the country’s bunker market and daily fuel sales rose slightly in February, with VLSFO remaining the dominant grade.
US lawmakers warned that China is increasingly dominating supply of drug ingredients, raising concerns about dependence on Chinese pharmaceutical inputs and broader supply risks.
An investor in a power plant has filed ICSID arbitration against Panama, Global Arbitration Review reported, though the investor and claim details were not disclosed.
Fuel prices in Panama will increase again on March 20, with higher costs for 95-octane gasoline, 91-octane gasoline, and diesel. The move follows rising international oil prices fueled by conflict in the Middle East.
An investor has filed a $140 million ICSID arbitration against Panama after authorities cancelled a licence for a power plant project, according to EIN Presswire.
Cobre Panamá held community cleaning days and promoted new hiring in Donoso and La Pintada in coordination with local authorities; residents expressed gratitude while details on job numbers were not disclosed.
A PBS report says AI and cryptocurrency efforts to shape Illinois midterms fell short, signalling limits to tech sectors’ political influence and drawing attention from observers in Latin America.
EIN Presswire reports CK Hutchison says Panama missed an arbitration response deadline; the source gives few details and Panama has not been quoted in that report.
Copa Airlines has resumed flights between Panama and Caracas, restoring direct air connectivity with Venezuela, the travel site en.travel2latam.com reported on March 18, 2026.
U.S. farmers are bracing for potential disruptions to fertilizer prices and availability as the war involving Iran raises concerns ahead of the spring planting season.
U.S. stocks fell Wednesday after a report said inflation was set to worsen even before oil prices surged on the war with Iran; gold slipped below $5,000 per ounce.
Jet fuel prices and airfares are rising while U.S. airlines report steady bookings. Analysts warn higher fares are likely — the question is when, for how long and by how much.
A Panama-Germany Economic Meeting emphasized stronger trade alliances centered on investment, logistics and advanced manufacturing, noting German involvement in sectors like pharmaceuticals.