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Registration to collect Cepanim funds starts Monday and is set to cover more than 425,000 beneficiaries, including family members of deceased claimants. The process could affect a large number of households across Panama.
Panama’s Finance Ministry has opened registration for more than 425,000 people seeking Cepanim payments tied to unpaid 13th-month bonus funds. Applicants must register online first and then wait for validation and an appointment.
The Panama Canal will be the honorary guest at FIL Panama 2026, placing one of Panama’s most important institutions at the center of the country’s leading book fair. The move highlights the canal’s role as both an economic driver and a symbol of national identity.
Venezuelan judokas won gold medals at the IV South American Youth Games in Panama, giving their team an early boost in the regional competition. The event highlights Panama’s role as host for one of South America’s major youth sports gatherings.
Panama inaugurated the IV South American Youth Games in Panama City, with President José Raúl Mulino attending the opening ceremony. The event puts the country in the spotlight as it hosts a major regional competition for young athletes.
Panama is set for isolated showers, intense heat and high solar radiation, with temperatures reaching up to 37 degrees in much of the country. The Central Mountain Range will stay cooler, with highs between 19 and 24 degrees.
Apede has criticized Panama’s decree regulating digital transport platforms, saying it could weaken competition, free enterprise and service efficiency. The business group argues the rules risk pushing the market back toward less open models.
Rising oil prices tied to Middle East tensions are increasing costs in Panama, with effects on transport, inflation, and trade. The pressure also reaches the Canal and the country’s investment outlook.
Panama is included in a regional assessment that places it among Latin America’s flawed democracies. The ranking underscores ongoing questions about institutional strength and governance across the region.
Panama’s National Assembly is under pressure to move quickly as lawmakers weigh whether to address their internal rules. The decision could affect how the chamber manages debate and advances its agenda.
Panama Canal fees have reached $4 million as shipping routes are disrupted by a prolonged Hormuz blockade. The increase underscores the canal’s role as a vital alternative in global trade.
Panama has opened the 2026 Panamerican Judo Championships, placing the country at the center of one of the region’s key martial arts events. The competition gives Panamanian athletes and fans a major international stage at home.
Ifarhu says the first 2026 PASE-U payment will be delivered by ACH as it verifies beneficiary data with Meduca. Families receiving multiple benefits are urged to align guardian records.
Panama is facing a rising wave of cyberattacks that has hit major public institutions and exposed millions of dollars in fraud risk. Experts warn that stronger systems, trained staff, and better data protection are urgently needed.
Roberto Zúñiga says major Assembly appointments reflect a clear deal between Panama’s executive and legislative branches. He also pointed to stalled anti-corruption reforms and internal tensions within the Vamos bancada.
Panama’s ATTT will restrict heavy equipment on Centenario Road during morning and evening rush hours starting April 20. The measure aims to improve traffic flow and road safety on a key route to Panama City.
Panama’s National Assembly approved two bills over President José Raúl Mulino’s objections, including extended health-center hours and payments for retired teachers. The president warned both measures add spending without solid budget support.
Panama Bay’s cleanup has advanced since the treatment plant opened in 2013, but pollution, illegal discharges and incomplete coverage still keep swimming off-limits. Officials say full recovery could take another 25 years.
Colombia earned 11 medals in archery at the Panama 2026 South American Youth Games, standing out as one of the event’s top teams. The result points to strong youth development in the sport.
Panama enjoyed a strong Saturday at the 2026 South American Youth Games, with the host nation’s medal standing drawing attention as competition continued. The event is being broadcast live in Panama on TVMAX.