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The TV competition Jump has returned in Panama with a new season focused on entrepreneurship. More than 2,000 projects were submitted, but only eight were selected to advance.
CK Hutchison has launched arbitration in London against Maersk in a dispute over Panama ports, drawing attention to the strategic value of the country’s maritime infrastructure. The case highlights the global importance of port assets linked to the Panama Canal.
Confidential meetings in Panama are facing new risks as everyday devices make it easier to record or transmit sensitive conversations. Organizations are being urged to adopt stronger controls to protect boardroom and government deliberations.
INADEH and the ATP have agreed to streamline direct recognition for tourist guide training in Panama, aiming to strengthen a key sector of the economy. The move is part of a broader push to align workforce training with tourism demand.
CK Hutchison and Maersk are moving to arbitration over a dispute linked to ports serving the Panama Canal. The case highlights the strategic importance of Panama’s maritime infrastructure and logistics sector.
Aurelio Barría Pino has assumed the presidency of Panama’s Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture for the 2026–2027 term. The role places him at the center of private-sector advocacy in one of the country’s most important business groups.
U.S. Army engineers have arrived in Panama to inspect the Bridge of the Americas, a vital crossing over the Panama Canal. The review highlights the bridge’s importance to national transport and daily mobility.
A Pakistan-brokered two-week pause has opened a narrow diplomatic window in the standoff between the US, Israel and Iran. The outcome could affect global energy markets and shipping costs far beyond the Middle East.
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire is still holding, but tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the war in Lebanon are putting it under strain. The standoff could ripple into energy prices and global shipping, with effects felt in Panama and Latin America.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance said first-half April payments for public servants will begin on Monday, April 13. The schedule is an important date for thousands of government workers.
Chile says it dismantled a smuggling ring that funneled nearly US$1 billion in stolen copper through a northern port and into China. The case highlights how organized crime exploits global shipping routes and commodity demand.
BDA disbursed B/.33.5 million in 2025 to support producers in Panama as it moves toward becoming the Instituto de Fomento Agropecuario. The financing underscores the bank’s role in agricultural development.
The war with Iran is pushing the United States away from a narrow precision-strike model and toward a broader contest over energy and strategic infrastructure. The shift could reshape global security and energy markets, with indirect effects for Panama and Latin America.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works is preparing a tender for major repairs on the Centenario Bridge and the Bridge of the Americas. The bidding is expected this year, with work projected to begin next year.
The Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal has reached 35% overall completion, with foundation work already 75% finished. The project is a major infrastructure effort aimed at improving connectivity and easing traffic in the capital area.
IMA’s village store in La Villa de Los Santos is offering a variety of products for residents and nearby shoppers in Los Santos province. The outlet adds another local option for everyday household purchases.
Panama’s Metro system is now carrying about 420,000 passengers a day after MiBus adjusted service in response to higher fuel costs. The shift shows how fuel prices continue to reshape commuting patterns in the capital.
IMA’s Agroferias begin Thursday at 8:00 a.m., offering basic food basket products at lower prices. The fairs continue to serve as a budget-friendly option for Panama households.
San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández questioned why municipalities receive only 80 million balboas from the 200 million collected through IBI. Her comments renew scrutiny of how property-tax revenue is distributed in Panama.
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.