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Felipe Chapman addressed the debate over Panama’s Economic Substance law as support and opposition continue to divide business and legal sectors. The proposal is being watched closely for its impact on transparency, competitiveness, and corporate activity.
Unachi is under pressure over a $5.8 million monthly payroll, with the rector earning more than Panama’s president. The university is also facing a cash crunch, CSS debt, and ongoing nepotism probes.
Panama has accused China of coercing vessels sailing under the Panamanian flag, raising new concerns over maritime pressure and sovereignty. The dispute highlights the importance of Panama’s shipping registry and its role in global trade.
Panama’s foreign minister criticized China’s crackdown on ships during a visit to Beijing, urging officials to push back. The comments highlight how maritime disputes can shape Panama’s diplomacy and canal-centered economy.
Panama is participating for the first time in the SelectUSA Investment Summit, with meetings planned with senior U.S. officials. The move highlights Panama’s effort to strengthen business ties and raise its profile in key investment circles.
A UN draft resolution would sanction Iran for restricting navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and press for a humanitarian corridor through the key shipping lane. The move could ripple through global energy markets and maritime trade.
Panama’s banking sector is facing fresh pressure to improve anti-money laundering controls, with a focus on beneficial ownership, PEP monitoring and stronger reporting. A new supervisory framework has added momentum, but enforcement remains the key test.
The IMA will hold agro-fairs on May 6 in several provinces across Panama, offering low-cost products to local consumers. The events aim to ease household spending and support direct sales from producers.
Highfield Boats has added SUMINAPA as a new dealer partner in Panama, with the Colón-based marine company set to expand the brand’s local presence. The move strengthens the company’s distribution network across the Americas.
The CSS has explained retirement options for workers who meet age and contribution requirements, including proportional pension and early retirement. The rules are designed to help eligible contributors determine the path that fits their social security record.
First Quantum’s overall outlook has been trimmed, but the Panama side of its business is drawing greater value from investors. The move keeps Panama’s major copper project in the spotlight as a key asset in the company’s portfolio.
Panama will host a new edition of ESET Security Days on May 7, with a business-focused conference cycle promoting awareness of information security. The event highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity for Panamanian companies.
A Panamanian Assembly delegation visited China, a move Chinese experts see as a sign both sides may want to ease tensions. The trip highlights the continued importance of Panama-China ties in trade and diplomacy.
MEDUCA has made attendance at Escuela para Padres a requirement for collecting PASE-U payments. The change ties the education benefit more closely to parental participation and program compliance.
Panama’s business leaders are gaining attention for how they are adapting to a changing global economy. The country’s strategic role in trade, finance, and logistics continues to shape its influence across the Americas.
A fragile ceasefire in the Iran war was tested as the U.S. tried to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while the UAE said Iran launched missiles and drones at it. The standoff threatens global energy markets and could ripple into fuel costs worldwide.
Claims and counterclaims over an attack near the Strait of Hormuz have deepened tensions between the US, Iran and the UAE. The dispute is raising fears for diplomacy and for global energy security.
Panama is holding its second renewable energy tender with a starting price of $0.062 per kWh, a level that could set a new floor for clean power contracts. The auction underscores the country’s push to expand affordable renewable generation.
Panama City has started installing new drinking water pipes in Ernesto Córdoba Campos, a project expected to benefit more than 20,000 residents. The work targets four neighborhoods that have long faced water service problems.
Panama’s National Assembly has approved a reform that imposes prison terms of up to 10 years for blocking public roads or access to beaches and rivers. The bill now goes to President José Raúl Mulino for possible approval.