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The quality and exclusivity of Geisha coffee have led Panama to set some of the highest prices in the world at coffee auctions. The post A Genetic Purity that Sustains its Value of up to $30,000 Per Kilo is Panamanian Geisha Coffee. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

This is the list of locations where the IMA Agrofairs will be held, which have been scheduled in Panama on Monday, August 24 and 25. The post List of IMA Agrofairs Locations from August 24th to 25th in Panama. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

For the second time in the history of the Canal, daily transits and the draft of neopanamax ships are reduced due to the levels of Gatun Lake which is pictured below. The post November is a Key Month as Water puts the Panama Canal Under Pressure Once Again. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

That war seems like it will never end. The relentless battle between Mayor Irma Hernández,… The post Panama Quick Reads for August 23 & 24 of 2026 appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

Operation Fusion involved a total of 20 individuals and three legal entities (corporations) that, according to the prosecution, coordinated the reception, custody, transfer and shipment of illicit substances from Tocumen International Airport. The post Prison Sentences of up to 18 Years Imposed for Drug and Money Laundering Offenses in Panama’s ‘Operation Fusion’. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

After thirteen years of Unachi being administered by a single rector, Asbel Navarro arrives to face great challenges and obstacles within this institution. The post Asbel Navarro Proposes to Pull UNACHI Out of the Financial Crisis in Panama. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The new procedure is in addition to the separate arbitration already being conducted by Panama Ports Company (PPC), a subsidiary of CK Hutchison, under the concession contract. The post China Via CK Hutchison is Claiming More than $1.5 Billion from Panama Over its Exit from Two Ports. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The Panama Canal Authority announced new preventative measures in response to a 34% reduction in accumulated rainfall and a 44% reduction in water inflows to the watershed during the current hydrological year. The adjustments will take effect on September 4. The post Because of El Niño and a Rainfall Deficit, the Panama Canal Reduces Daily Transit Slots to 34. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

Josi Fares Fadiallal, a businessman who failed in his bid for a seat in the 2024 elections, represents the company that won the $28.4 million contract to supply 54,000 laptops to the Ministry of Education. The post The School Laptop Supplier is Josi Fares Fadiallal the ‘Panamanian Bukele’. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The tax will be levied on electronic transactions, primarily credit cards. The mechanism, which still needs to be regulated, has been discussed with banks and companies such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. The post With a 7% ITBMS Tax on Purchases from Amazon – Temu – Netflix – and Other Platforms Panama Expects to Raise $100 Million in Taxes. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The National Border Service (Senafront) reported this Wednesday, August 19, on the apprehension of 21… The post Illegal Mining in the Darién Panama.  21 Colombians Allegedly Linked were Arrested. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

Chapman pictured below, also clarified that applying the ITBMS to digital transactions does not constitute a tariff. The post Panama will Charge ITBMS to Netflix and other platforms. Felipe Chapman Explains How. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

In the environmental and social sphere, the Savings Bank known as Caja de Ahorros made progress in initiatives related to energy efficiency, circular economy and reforestation. The post Panama’s Caja de Ahorros Bank Recorded Assets of $6,911 Million with a Growth of 4.6% at the Close of 2025. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The Panama Metro received a bid of $255.1 million for the Panama-San Miguelito Cable Car. Find out what’s next in the bidding process. The post Proposal Exceeds $255 Million for the Construction of the Panama-San Miguelito Cable Car Project. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

Publio De Gracia was apprehended on August 10, 2026 and brought before a judge the following day. The post Panama’s Former DGI Director Publio De Gracia is Sent to Tinajitas Prison. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The mayor of Panama, Mayer Mizrachi, announced through his X account that on September 15th… The post Panama’s Mayor, Mayer Mizrachi, Announces 4,000 Job Opportunities for September. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The license plates corresponding to January, February and March of 2026-2030 for new vehicles, motorcycles… The post Delivery of License Plates for New Vehicles along with Motorcycles and Bicycles were Announced by Panama City Hall appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The Comptroller General’s Office will audit the purchase of 54,000 laptops for teachers for $28.48 million, while the Public Prosecutor’s Office investigates the process. The supplier’s technical specifications do not appear in the contract published on Panama Compra. The post Panama’s Meduca Contracted $28.4 Million for 54,000 Laptops for Teachers but Do They Meet the Requirements? appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

Citizens have protested in the streets of Panama against the infiltration of drug trafficking into politics. Police Chief Jaime Fernández admits he dismissed officers recruited by organized crime, while the Court investigates two congressional representatives. The post When Organized Crime in Panama Penetrates the Institutions – From the Police to the Assembly. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.

The Minister of Government confirmed the figure in La Joyita and also explained the new controls for the delivery of supplies to people deprived of their liberty. The post Remember the La Joyita Prison Break? Four Inmates Remain at Large and 12 Officials have been Dismissed. appeared first on Newsroom Panama.