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Panama has stepped up measles prevention after Colombia began investigating a suspected imported case and the Americas lost their measles-free status. Health officials are urging travelers and families to keep vaccinations current to prevent reintroduction of the virus.
TVN Radio and TVMAX launched Carnival celebrations on Vía Centenario with a giveaway activation, distributing gifts and transforming the roadway into a lively pre-Carnival party.
Livestock producers in Los Santos rejected any move to allow imported powdered milk in Panama’s school breakfast program. Meduca said the tender requires 100% nationally produced fluid milk and does not include powdered milk.
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha reported that BAPS swamis conducted a Satsang Vicharan in Panama on Feb. 11, 2026. Such visits typically support diaspora cultural and spiritual life.
A 2025 market analysis reports Panama’s housing sector entered the year with cautious optimism, with moderate price recovery led by off‑plan sales and support from expats and tourism.
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha reports that its swamis conducted a satsang vicharan in Panama, highlighting continued engagement with the country’s Hindu and Indian-origin communities.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama will not be threatened by China after a court ruling tied to the Panama Canal, stressing sovereignty and stability, the AP reports.
The Panama Canal conducted the inaugural transit of Disney Adventure, the largest passenger ship by tonnage and capacity to pass the waterway, with a commemorative ceremony at the Agua Clara Locks.
TVN Media and the Carnival of the Villa de Los Santos have renewed a strategic alliance aimed at strengthening the event’s position as a national cultural and tourism reference.
The Panama Canal Authority published prequalification documents on Jan. 30, 2026 for a 76 km energy corridor pipeline and two container terminals, advancing its Strategic Vision 2025–2035.
Task & Purpose reports a U.S. Army unit originally formed for Afghanistan will now lead a jungle school in the Republic of Panama, reflecting post-Afghanistan training shifts.
Leaders from Latin America and the Caribbean visited the Panama Canal’s Cocolí Locks during the 2026 CAF economic forum for briefings on operations, sustainability and regional trade integration.
TVN Media and the Feria de La Chorrera announced a strategic alliance on Jan. 29, 2026. The partnership links a national broadcaster with a major local fair, with further details expected.
Panama’s Minister of Government told lawmakers the community justice of the peace system was in disarray after Law 467 shifted offices to ministry control. Interim appointments are now underway ahead of a broader call for judges in April.
The Panama Canal Authority and Monjasa signed a five-year cooperation agreement to fund SDG-aligned projects in the Panama Canal Watershed, focusing on environmental protection, decarbonization, and community development.
Panama City Hall will offer a 10% discount on annual tax payments for businesses and advertising taxes paid in full during January 2026. The benefit can be processed through Alcaldía Digital or at municipal payment centers.
Partial closures in Ancón and on the Pan-American Highway will support utility relocation for the Fourth Bridge project over the Panama Canal. The work is scheduled for January 5 to 31 and may cause temporary traffic delays.
Panama’s National Assembly opened its 2026 ordinary session on January 2, with President José Raúl Mulino delivering a message that reviewed his administration and outlined priorities. The session begins a year of legislative debate on justice, mining, public finances and reforms.
The Panama Canal Authority marked 26 years under Panamanian administration, highlighting the 2016 expansion, B/.31.231 billion transferred to the treasury, and a 2025 roadmap focused on sustainability and strategic projects.
Panama City Hall will require all photovoltaic building plan filings to be submitted digitally starting January 8, 2026. The change is part of the municipality’s broader push to modernize services.