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The IMA will hold agro-fairs this Saturday, May 9, in several provinces, offering low-cost products for Panamanian families. The events aim to expand access to affordable basic goods across the country.
Panama’s National Lottery announced the results of the Gordito del Zodiaco draw held on May 8, 2026. The drawing remains one of the country’s most followed lottery events.
Felipe Chapman commented on Panama’s Economic Substance Bill and the fuel subsidy for transport workers, highlighting two issues with major economic and fiscal implications. Both measures affect business compliance and the cost of transport in Panama.
Panamanian Customs retained a cigarette shipment worth more than $900,000 in the Colón Free Zone after inspectors found 1,200 bales and signs of irregularities.
Felipe Chapman said he is open to hearing transport operators as pressure builds over Panama’s fuel subsidy. The debate sits at the intersection of public finances, fares, and the cost of keeping transport services moving.
Child poverty in Panama remains a serious issue despite the country’s economic growth. One woman’s story illustrates how inequality continues to shape daily life for many families.
The Gana-Oti Consortium won two Panama City renovation bids from the Municipality of Panama, covering Plaza 5 de Mayo and Avenida 3 de Noviembre. The projects target two key central locations in the capital.
Libya shut down its biggest refinery after explosions and gunfire broke out nearby in Zawiya, prompting an emergency declaration. The disruption highlights the continuing threat that armed conflict poses to the country’s vital energy sector.
Panama’s governance and transparency debate is focusing on tax reform and economic substance rules aimed at strengthening oversight of companies and multinational groups. The discussion underscores the country’s effort to balance competitiveness with greater regulatory credibility.
Panama has launched a national geolocated postal code system that assigns codes using longitude and latitude, covering rural, urban, and indigenous areas. The platform aims to modernize delivery services and replace landmark-based addressing.
President José Raúl Mulino met with King Felipe VI in Costa Rica to discuss trade, security, investment and Panama’s economic priorities. The talks also covered Spain’s support for Panama on international listings and social programs.
Cobre Panamá distributed backpacks to more than 1,350 students in over 25 schools across Colón, working with community leaders in 13 districts. The initiative targeted low-income families and aimed to support children’s education and well-being.
Panama’s government says it is ready to talk as transport operators threaten a strike over higher gasoline prices and the fuel subsidy. Officials say the subsidy cost is hard to project because it changes with fuel prices and consumption.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance will begin issuing CEPANIM, a negotiable certificate, starting in June. The move adds a new financial instrument to the country’s public finance toolkit.
Panama’s CSS has confirmed that May 2026 pension and retirement payments will be made on May 19 and 20. The schedule includes both ACH deposits and cheque payments.
Panama is hosting the Maritime Convention of the Americas this week as the canal, security, and the Middle East conflict shape the regional maritime agenda. The country’s maritime and logistics sector accounts for 30% of GDP and employs more than 150,000 people.
Marco Rubio said any Iranian boats that fire on Americans in the Strait of Hormuz will be destroyed, escalating tensions in a critical global shipping lane. The warning matters far beyond the Gulf because disruptions there can hit oil prices and shipping costs worldwide.
Portugal is moving toward joining the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty after talks in Panama, adding support for the waterway’s neutral status. The two countries also discussed scholarships and cooperation in science and education.
RIU Plaza Panama is celebrating 15 years in Panama City, highlighting its role in the capital’s hotel market and its social commitment in the country. The milestone reflects the hotel’s lasting presence in one of Panama’s key business and tourism centers.
Panama has launched an online platform to check postal codes for residences, offices and buildings using a cellphone or other internet-connected device. The tool is meant to improve address accuracy and make everyday transactions easier.