Coverage of national economic trends, policy decisions, and indicators that affect everyday life. We provide analysis of fiscal policy, employment, and growth drivers.
Panama has opened the first debate on a bill to change Fiscal Code rules on economic substance, with more than 60 invited participants. The proposal could shape tax compliance, transparency, and the country’s business climate.
IFARHU has opened regional offices for parents and guardians who missed the deadline to submit documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition. The move offers families another chance to complete the process.
Panama’s Fiscal Lottery 2026 closes its national envelope deposit this Friday, reinforcing the campaign’s push for stronger tax culture. The initiative rewards consumers who ask for fiscal invoices when making purchases.
Panama’s National Assembly has started consultations on a fiscal reform that would tighten controls on multinational companies without a physical presence in the country. The government says the plan is meant to strengthen, not weaken, Panama’s financial system.
Panama has issued rules for Cepanim certificates tied to unpaid interest on the second installment of the thirteenth-month bonus. Payments will be redeemed in stages from 2029 through 2032.
Oil shipments through the Panama Canal have climbed 70% as Asian buyers increasingly rely on U.S. crude. The surge reinforces the canal’s role in global energy trade and Panama’s economy.
UNACHI Rector Etelvina de Bonagas promised transparency as the university confronts financial and administrative strain after a 34% budget cut. The reduction has raised pressure on operations and governance.
The Panama Canal is handling record traffic as a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz pushes shippers toward alternative routes. The surge highlights Panama’s growing strategic role in global trade.
Panama’s National Assembly has opened debate on an Executive Branch bill to reform the Fiscal Code, including income tax changes and new substance rules for certain foreign-source income. The discussion is taking place during extraordinary sessions called by President José Raúl Mulino.
A shipment of U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve crude is headed to Panama for the first time, destined for a west coast refinery. The move highlights Panama’s role in regional energy logistics and maritime trade.
A fragile Iran ceasefire is under fresh pressure after Trump rejected Tehran’s latest proposal, heightening fears of renewed conflict and energy market turmoil. The stakes extend beyond the Middle East, with possible ripple effects for global trade and inflation.
UNACHI’s payroll has drawn attention after a review showed salaries that exceed Panama’s civil service scale by wide margins. The university’s autonomy and bonus structure have helped drive pay far above standard public-sector levels.
Physical delivery of CEPANIM certificates will begin in June 2026, following digital registration by more than 205,000 beneficiaries. The move marks the next phase of the program’s rollout in Panama.
Panama’s geographic advantages are substantial, but its maritime and logistics assets need tighter coordination to create more national value. The case for a National Maritime Strategy is also a warning about institutional fragmentation.
Panama City is advancing a slate of urban renewal and community projects, including pocket parks, sports facilities, digital libraries and public-space upgrades. The plan spans several corregimientos and aims to improve mobility, recreation and neighborhood services.
UNACHI Rector Etelvina de Bonagas acknowledged a complex financial situation at the university after a 34% budget cut for 2025 and 2026. The reduction could affect operations at one of western Panama’s most important public universities.
San Felipe Neri Market in Panama City will hold a special sale on May 17 with discounted produce bags, fruit packs, and grill-ready meat bundles. A separate “Mesa de Ofertas” promotion is scheduled for May 27.
Panama’s latest electricity tender posted record prices, strengthening expectations that battery storage will become a key focus in the country’s power market. The result points to a shift toward more flexible grid solutions as renewable energy expands.
Panama Canal slot auction prices have reached a record $4 million per ship, reflecting intense demand for guaranteed transit access. The surge highlights the canal’s continuing importance to global shipping and trade schedules.
The European Union has agreed to restore full trade ties with Syria, signaling a major policy shift after years of sanctions and diplomatic isolation. The move could reshape regional diplomacy and global debates over sanctions.