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Panama’s Agricultural Marketing Institute has opened a call for domestic suppliers to provide bone-in picnic hams for the holiday season. The move supports local industry while feeding into one of the country’s most recognizable festive food traditions.
Panama has ended its contract with Claro and approved the transfer of 70MHz of spectrum to C&W, a change that could affect telecom competition and network capacity. The move highlights the importance of spectrum management in the country’s mobile market.
Panama’s dairy sector started 2026 with lower production in pasteurized milk, powdered milk and natural milk used for processing. Producers blame a strong summer in Azuero, higher costs and softer domestic demand.
Panama’s railway concession is under renewed scrutiny after Maersk took control of the Panama-Colón line, raising questions about state benefits and oversight. The deal has revived debate over how strategic logistics assets should serve Panama’s public interest.
A crossing of the Panama Canal offers a clear look at how global supply chains depend on narrow trade chokepoints. The canal’s role in linking oceans makes it vital to shipping, costs, and delivery timelines worldwide.
A Panama Canal auction has set a new record with a $4 million bid, highlighting the canal’s continuing commercial importance. The result points to strong demand tied to one of the world’s most vital trade routes.
A 23-acre farmland parcel in Penonomé, Coclé Province, has been reduced to $229,000. The property offers river access, road frontage, natural springs, and proximity to town, beaches, and the Río Hato airport.
The Panama Canal Authority says prices have not increased and congestion is not the issue, even as a slot auction set a record $4 million bid. The result highlights how valuable priority access to the canal remains for global shipping.
Maritime lawyers are urging Panama to exclude ship-owning companies from the proposed economic substance reform, warning it could drive vessels to other registries. Business groups say the law must balance transparency, competitiveness and international compliance.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has set a formula to calculate Cepanim payments, basing each certificate on work history, contributions, and interest. Beneficiaries may receive up to four certificates depending on the years they cotized.
Dominican President Luis Abinader has arrived in Panama to serve as the main speaker at the World Congress of Free Zones. His visit centers on meetings designed to attract investment in logistics and manufacturing.
Panama’s government authorized the Ministry of Government to end the contract with Claro Panamá and formalize the transfer of 70 MHz to CWP. The decision also allows updates to the agreement with Cable & Wireless Panamá.
Panama has approved a new spectrum price for 5G deployment, opening the way for TIGO and Más Móvil to compete for the rights needed to launch the service. Officials say the lower fee should encourage investment and improve mobile connectivity.
Panama’s Cabinet has authorized ASEP to set spectrum prices for 5G services, a key step as the country prepares for faster mobile networks. The move comes as officials expect data traffic to surge sharply over the coming decade.
Panama’s business chamber is urging that the next Canal administrator be chosen for technical skill, not politics. The group also says Río Indio is vital to the waterway’s long-term future.
The Panama Canal deputy administrator visited Washington, underscoring the waterway’s importance to global shipping and Panama’s economy. The trip highlights the canal’s role at the center of maritime and policy discussions.
Bank of China Panama has priced global bonds, underscoring Panama’s role as a regional financial center connected to international debt markets. The move highlights how major banks in the country tap global investors for funding.
Cobre Panamá remains in preservation and safe management while production stays halted. The mine’s status continues to carry economic weight for Panama and its mining sector.
Panama Customs retained suspected counterfeit jerseys linked to the national football team and sent the case to its intellectual property unit. The move underscores ongoing enforcement against fake sports merchandise at the border.
Panama’s cattle ranchers are rejecting Costa Rican pressure as a years-long dispute over meat and dairy imports continues. The trade fight remains tied to Panama’s appeal of a WTO ruling against its restrictions.