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Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance says first-half-of-May payments to public servants will begin on Tuesday, May 12. The schedule is an important marker for workers and for spending across the economy.
A driver and a fuel station attendant in Arraiján were summoned before the Justice of the Peace in Cerro Silvestre after a dispute over unpaid fuel. The case stemmed from a $10 fuel request that ended with an attempted departure from the station.
Panama has won an international arbitration case against Banesco, avoiding a multimillion-dollar compensation payment. The ruling strengthens the country’s position in future investment disputes.
A clarification on the New Business case updates the headline and text to reflect the number of convictions still in force. The revised wording says only two of the convicted defendants are in prison.
A driver and a gas station attendant were both cited after a viral unpaid fuel dispute in Arraiján involving $10 of gasoline. The case has moved into the formal complaint process.
Panama and Israel strengthened their ties during a presidential meeting in Panama City focused on technology, agriculture, and water management. The two leaders also touched on the Middle East conflict and broader international support.
The IMA is holding agro-fairs this Thursday starting at 8:00 a.m., offering staple food items at low cost. The markets are designed to help Panama shoppers access basic groceries more affordably.
AAUD carried out a cleaning and ditch-dredging operation in several sectors of San Miguelito. The work aimed to improve drainage and support neighborhood sanitation.
Arraiján Mayor Stefany Peñalba has defended her administration as complaints and legal proceedings draw attention to municipal leadership in Panama Oeste. The case comes as the fast-growing district faces mounting pressure on services and local governance.
The LPF is pushing for a law that would criminalize match-fixing in Panama after more than three formal integrity complaints and a new controversy involving Sporting San Miguelito. League officials say the proposal aims to protect the credibility of local football.
The IMA will hold agro-fairs across Panama on Thursday, May 7, and Friday, May 8, offering low-cost products in several provinces. The events are part of Panama’s ongoing effort to give households more affordable access to essential goods.
Panama’s Social Security Fund has added robotic surgery equipment to strengthen tele-surgery and expand access to complex operations. The technology is intended to help patients in the interior receive advanced care without traveling to the capital.
The National Lottery of Panama released the results of its Wednesday draw for May 6, 2026. The midweek drawing remains a closely followed event for lottery players across the country.
Panama’s Health Ministry says mental health certificates are not required for most jobs. The exception applies to security and defense roles, including armed Public Force and prison personnel.
Panama raised concerns at the OAS over the gap between economic growth and social development, while expressing interest in hosting a future ministerial meeting on the issue. The proposed agenda would center on poverty reduction, social protection, and inclusion.
The Wednesday, May 6, 2026 lottery draw awarded first prize to 4757, with BBCB letters, series 24, and folio 6. The second and third prizes went to 6046 and 5808.
Panama President José Raúl Mulino welcomed Israeli President Isaac Herzog in the first official presidential visit from Israel to Panama. Talks focused on technology, agriculture, security, and water management.
Unachi students are demanding answers about the university’s financial situation and the reported unpaid social security contribution to the CSS. The dispute has raised fresh concerns about transparency and accountability at the public university.
Panama’s CSS will launch Mi Receta Digital, an online prescription system tied to Mi Caja Digital. The change aims to speed up medication pickup and cut pharmacy lines.
Arraiján Mayor Stefany Peñalba publicly defended her administration as it faces complaints and legal proceedings. Her comments come as the municipality remains under close political and civic scrutiny.