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Panama’s Public Works Ministry says the Vía España road project still lacks approval while an environmental study is being prepared. The plan could affect about 60 informal vendors and 300 formal businesses.
Panama is preparing a resolution to allow stored material from the Donoso mine to be processed and exported soon. Officials say the stockpiled material is lower quality than earlier extraction.
Panama’s environmental audit of Cobre Panamá has reached 88.84% completion and again warns that exposed rock at the Donoso site poses environmental and worker safety risks. The review also tracks progress on corrective measures as the mine remains shut down.
Puerto Barú in David denied claims that its project could impact Coiba National Park, citing environmental studies approved by Panama’s Ministry of Environment. The company said official evaluations found no direct or indirect risk to the protected area.
Panama plans to finalize a resolution authorizing First Quantum Minerals to remove ore from the closed Cobre Panamá mine. The move could affect the country’s mining policy, economy, and ongoing dispute over the site.
Panama expects to issue a resolution allowing First Quantum Minerals to process stockpiled ore at the shuttered Cobre Panama mine. The move could ease pressure at the site while stopping short of a full restart.
Panama plans to issue a resolution letting First Quantum Minerals process stockpiled ore at the shuttered Cobre Panama mine. The move marks a limited step around one of the country’s most controversial mining projects.
Panama has selected 31 companies for a power supply tender, advancing a process aimed at securing future electricity needs through competition. The move is significant for the country’s energy planning and broader economic stability.
Panama is weighing approval for exports of copper ore already stockpiled at the Cobre Panamá mine, a move that could come as early as Tuesday. The decision would affect the long-stalled First Quantum Minerals project without restarting full mining operations.
Panama Convention Center in Panama City ranked 97th among the world’s top 100 convention centers for 2026. The recognition underscores Panama’s growing role in international meetings and business tourism.
China dismissed U.S. allegations over Panama Canal traffic, calling the claims groundless. The dispute highlights the canal’s strategic importance and Panama’s role in global trade.
Companies that admitted paying bribes in the Blue Apple case continue to win multimillion-dollar contracts in Panama, especially from the Ministry of Public Works. The pattern has intensified debate over procurement rules and the lack of automatic debarment for firms linked to corruption.
Companies linked to the Blue Apple scandal and political figures tied to parallel decentralization continue to operate and rise in Panama despite corruption allegations. The cases highlight how impunity can outlast public outrage and weaken trust in institutions.
Panama’s planned teleférico bid has been pushed back to May 28 after both prequalified consortia requested more time to finalize financing and guarantees. The project, valued at $278.6 million, would link six stations across San Miguelito under a 20-year concession.
The Panama Canal remains a cornerstone of global trade, but drought, aging infrastructure and rising demand are putting new strain on the route. The pressure is exposing how vulnerable the system has become.
CHORD Real Estate has announced the second annual Invest Panama Summit for American investors, highlighting Panama’s appeal as a real estate and investment destination. The event reflects ongoing foreign interest in the country’s property market and broader economy.
Panama is preparing to authorize the processing of stockpiled ore at First Quantum’s shuttered Cobre Panamá mine. The move would manage material already on site without fully reopening the operation.
Rising oil prices tied to the Middle East crisis are complicating the outlook for interest rate cuts and could raise Panama’s funding costs. The shock also creates potential upside for Panama’s logistics sector as supply chains adjust.
Prestige Holdings plans to expand into Panama with the Pizza Hut brand, adding the country to its growing regional restaurant portfolio. The move reflects continued confidence in Panama as a market for international dining brands.
Marco Rubio accused China of detaining dozens of Panama-flagged cargo ships, adding to rising U.S.-China tensions involving Panama’s maritime role. The dispute highlights how the country’s shipping registry and canal remain tied to global geopolitical pressure.