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Panama will send 11 drivers to the 2026 Latin American Karting Championship in Costa Rica, where more than 200 racers from the region will compete. The lineup spans several categories and highlights the growth of karting in the country.
Panama’s National Assembly continued its review of the Economic Substance bill, which would amend the Fiscal Code and add new tax requirements. The proposal is under committee consultation and could affect certain foreign-source passive income structures.
Fedebeis said more than 100,000 fans attended stadiums during Panama’s national baseball championship. The federation also addressed accident insurance payments for the Mayor and Juvenil tournaments.
Veraguas’ agricultural authorities are increasing oversight and support for producers after Panama declared an El Niño alert. The effort is aimed at reducing the climate event’s impact on farming in the province.
Panama City is moving forward with a $1.075 million plan to build 10 pocket parks in seven corregimientos after receiving only one bid. The project aims to reclaim small urban spaces and improve pedestrian conditions in the capital.
Jorge Herrera said Panama’s National Assembly had 3,104 permanent employees at the start of his tenure. The figure draws attention to the size and cost of the legislative payroll.
Lawyers for Comptroller General Anel Flores say he did not interrupt a prosecutor’s office procedure when he entered during interviews with auditors. The case has drawn attention because it involves Panama’s top oversight official and an anti-corruption investigation.
Panamanian authorities arrested a fugitive accused in the 1993 murder of a punk singer, ending a decades-long manhunt. The case now moves into the legal process that could determine extradition or prosecution.
ASEP has limited distributors of TV Boxes and IPTV devices in Panama to technical support only. The move adds new regulatory pressure to the country’s digital entertainment market.
ASEP has expanded its rules on IPTV devices in Panama, targeting the sale and installation of equipment used to access unauthorized television content. The regulator says licensed streaming platforms remain unaffected.
Panama’s Budget Committee approved $26.5 million in extra transfers for the National Assembly, pushing its budget to $141.8 million. The move sparked debate over payroll growth, transparency, and how legislative funds are managed.
The IMA will hold Agroferias on Thursday, May 14, starting at 8:00 a.m. in several regions of Panama. The events give residents access to agricultural products through a nationwide sales program.
Panama will see higher fuel prices starting May 15, with gasoline up nine cents per liter and diesel rising five cents. The adjustment is expected to affect transport and consumer costs nationwide.
Switzerland has approved its adherence to the Panama Canal neutrality protocol, strengthening international support for the waterway’s neutral role in global trade. The move adds symbolic weight at a time of rising geopolitical tension.
Gasoline prices in Panama have risen again, pushing 95-octane fuel above $5 per gallon and increasing pressure on household and transport budgets. The new hike is likely to affect commuters and businesses across the country.
An Israeli tourist was killed and four others were injured in a bus crash in Panama. The accident highlights ongoing road safety concerns for travelers and tour operators in the country.
Panama’s General Directorate of Revenue has set Friday, May 15 as the deadline to submit envelopes for the first Regional Fiscal Lottery drawing. The prize pool totals $440,000 across four regions, with public raffles starting May 19.
The IMA has opened a call for Panama’s pork-processing industry to supply picnic ham with bone for the 2026 Naviferias. The move signals early planning for one of the country’s key holiday food distribution programs.
Switzerland has joined the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty, reinforcing international support for the canal’s permanent neutral status. The move highlights the canal’s importance to global trade and Panama’s diplomatic role as its steward.
An Israeli tourist was killed and four others were injured in a bus crash in Panama. The accident highlights ongoing road-safety concerns for visitors and residents alike.