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Panama’s dollar-based economy and role as a regional financial hub make cross-border payments an important issue for residents and expats. International transfers, banking rules, and digital payment tools all shape how money moves in and out of the country.
Maersk has rejected responsibility in the dispute over the Port of Balboa after Panama Ports Company launched international arbitration. The case adds another layer to Panama’s broader fight over port operations and investor rights.
Panama Ports Company says Maersk’s actions undermined its contract tied to terminals at both ends of the Panama Canal. The dispute underscores the strategic importance of Panama’s canal-linked ports to global shipping.
Panama has ended a decades-long exemption and will now charge a 2% Property Transfer Tax on new homes. The change adds a new upfront cost for first-time buyers and has prompted calls from developers for a rethink.
Panama’s exporters are under growing pressure from higher oil prices, rising freight costs, and geopolitical tensions that are pushing up trade expenses. Industry leaders say the country still has room to grow if it cuts bureaucracy and strengthens logistics.
CK Hutchison’s Panama unit has launched arbitration over a port takeover dispute tied to operations near the Panama Canal. The case highlights the strategic and political importance of port control in Panama.
Paraguay reaffirmed its support for Panama as host of the 2026 OAS General Assembly in Panama City. The two countries also discussed trade, logistics, and cooperation against organized crime.
Apede president Giulia De Sanctis called for a critical infrastructure law in Panama after a fuel tank explosion led to the temporary closure of the Bridge of the Americas. The incident underscored the vulnerability of key transport links in the country.
Panama’s Cabinet approved two bills to join key international metrology bodies, a move aimed at improving measurement standards, trade, and competitiveness. The proposals would give the country fuller participation in global scientific and legal measurement systems.
A dispute over control of two Panama Canal ports is heading to arbitration after Panama Ports Co. challenged the government’s concession decision. The case carries major commercial and geopolitical weight for Panama’s logistics sector.
Panama has imposed a 2% ITBI tax on newly built homes, a move that housing leaders say will make it harder for families to buy and could slow construction. The sector warns the measure may reduce sales, especially in the lower-priced market.
The Colón Fair opens April 8 for an 11-day run through April 19, with organizers targeting more than 100,000 visitors. The event is set to be a major draw for the province.
A Hong Kong company has launched arbitration against Maersk over the takeover of Panama ports, escalating a dispute tied to one of Panama’s most strategic industries. The case highlights the economic and geopolitical importance of the country’s port and logistics network.
A dispute over Panama’s ports has escalated into a clash between two companies, with the Maritime Authority and President José Raúl Mulino now drawn into the conflict. The case highlights the strategic importance of port operations in Panama’s logistics economy.
Panama Ports Company has escalated its dispute with Maersk, putting renewed focus on the operations and commercial stability of Panama’s key container terminals. The conflict highlights how central ports and shipping ties are to the country’s role as a global logistics hub.
Panama has asked China to show respect after ship detentions tied to a ports ruling, underscoring the diplomatic and economic stakes around the country’s maritime infrastructure. The dispute highlights Panama’s role as a global logistics hub.
Panama has urged China to respect its sovereignty after ship detentions were linked to a ruling involving ports. The dispute highlights the strategic importance of Panama’s maritime infrastructure and its sensitivity to foreign pressure.
Panama has urged China to show respect after ship detentions were linked to a ruling involving ports. The dispute underscores the diplomatic and commercial importance of Panama’s maritime infrastructure.
Panama has urged China to show respect after ship detentions linked to a ports ruling stirred diplomatic and commercial tensions. The dispute highlights the importance of Panama’s maritime sector and its role as a global trade hub.
Panama Ports Company has launched international arbitration against Maersk, escalating a dispute involving one of Panama’s key port operators. The case highlights the importance of the country’s maritime infrastructure to global trade.