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Seguros SURA Panamá is tying the emotion of the 2026 World Cup to a message about family protection and life insurance. The campaign also echoes Panama’s lasting World Cup memory: Felipe Baloy’s first goal at Russia 2018.
Panamanian producers are being urged to insure crops and livestock as El Niño conditions threaten agricultural stability. The message centers on prevention, financial protection, and climate resilience.
Rising U.S.-Iran tensions are keeping the Strait of Hormuz in focus, where any disruption could trigger a global energy shock. Latin America and Panama would feel the fallout through higher fuel, shipping, and import costs.
Mas Móvil Panamá is set to launch a Starlink-backed direct-to-consumer internet service, adding satellite connectivity to Panama’s telecom market. The move could improve access in areas where traditional broadband remains limited.
Renfe will review the design of the future railway bridge over the Panama Canal as part of the Panama-David-Frontera project. The assessment is aimed at reducing technical risks and testing the viability of one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure plans.
Panama’s trade dispute with Costa Rica has grown into a diplomatic flashpoint, even though the products involved account for a tiny share of both economies. The clash also highlights the bigger opportunity for deeper regional integration between two of Central America’s most stable markets.
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa praised the Canal’s next administrator as a merit-based choice, turning the appointment into a broader call for cleaner public hiring in Panama. The debate also comes amid shifting alliances in the National Assembly and high-level regional visits.
China is backing Cuba with food aid, energy support and debt flexibility, but it is avoiding a large-scale rescue that could deepen tensions with the United States. The island’s crisis shows how Beijing balances ideology with strategic caution in Latin America.
Repossessed homes are emerging as a practical housing option in Panama, offering quicker delivery, bank-backed pricing and financing that lowers the upfront barrier. Buyers still need to budget for repairs because these properties are sold as-is.
IMA Agroferias will operate this Tuesday, May 26, at 10 sales points across Panama starting at 8:00 a.m. Shoppers must bring their ID card and reusable bags.
Panama has scrapped the tax on casino and betting winnings in an effort to draw more tourists and strengthen its gaming industry. The policy could help hotels, entertainment venues, and urban tourism in Panama City.
Iran and the United States are edging toward a deal centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with Pakistan mediating and Europe welcoming progress. The main unresolved issue remains whether any agreement will include binding limits on Iran’s nuclear program.
Panama is taking a new diplomatic approach as U.S.-China tensions put the Panama Canal back at the center of global politics. The move highlights the country’s effort to protect sovereignty while preserving the canal’s economic value.
APEDE is urging Panama to shift more tourism promotion toward the provinces, arguing that inland travel can create jobs and spread economic benefits nationwide. The group says tourism should help communities outside the capital, not just businesses in Panama City.
Panama has eliminated the tax on casino and betting winnings in a bid to make the country more attractive to tourists. The move fits a broader regional push to boost visitor spending and support the hospitality sector.
The United States is nearing a potential deal with Iran that could end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and curb Iran’s uranium stockpile. The talks carry major stakes for global security, shipping, and energy prices.
The United States is close to a deal with Iran that could end the war, restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s uranium stockpile. The talks may ease global energy and security risks.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has begun 2027 budget consultations with 96 public institutions. The hearings will feed into the draft budget before it goes to the Cabinet and then the National Assembly.
Panama has named its first woman to lead the authority overseeing the Panama Canal, a historic appointment for one of the country’s most important institutions. The move carries symbolic weight and practical importance for the canal’s economy and operations.
Panama and Ukraine are expanding cooperation on e-government and cybersecurity, highlighting the growing link between digital public services and online security. The partnership matters for Panama as it continues modernizing state systems and protecting critical infrastructure.