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A Honduran man wanted in the United States on narcotics charges was arrested at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. Authorities linked him to a transnational cocaine trafficking network operating across the Americas.
Panama is hosting the 2026 South American Youth Games, with live coverage airing on TVMAX and the medal standings updating as competition continues. The event highlights the country’s role in regional youth sports.
The DGI will keep its main Avenida Balboa headquarters closed for two days, while its Vía España office and provincial administrations continue operating normally. Taxpayers can still complete fiscal procedures through those alternate locations.
Panama City Hall and the Las Mañanitas local board built 350 meters of sidewalks and cleaned up neglected public areas along the district’s main road. The project is part of a broader push to recover urban spaces and improve neighborhood safety.
Transit times through the Panama Canal are climbing as shipping lines avoid the Middle East and reroute cargo through Panama. The shift is adding traffic to one of the world’s most important trade corridors.
The “La Puerca del Neri” sales day at Mercado San Felipe Neri drew 1,674 positive visits and generated B/.5,254 in sales. The initiative sold fresh produce bags at three price points and supported 12 participating vendors.
The National Assembly has begun the process of electing a new Electoral Tribunal magistrate and alternate, after 24 candidates advanced from the interview stage. The replacement will take over when Alfredo Juncá’s term ends in December 2026.
Miguel González, a Swiss-born financier linked to Firmus Financial Inc., was fatally shot in Llano Bonito near the Corredor Sur. Investigators are reviewing camera footage as they search for the attackers and a possible motive.
President José Raúl Mulino weighed in on the dispute between Panama’s Comptroller and Attorney General, stressing institutional independence and respect for the law. He also called for efficient work from public bodies.
President José Raúl Mulino urged calm after a dispute between Panama’s comptroller and attorney general, calling for respect and continued institutional work. His comments highlighted the need to avoid confrontations that could weaken public confidence.
José Raúl Mulino defended Panama’s transport fuel subsidy as a major fiscal effort and said it is being expanded to artisanal fishing and food cargo transport. He also addressed justice, rice supply, water projects and possible extraordinary legislative sessions.
PedidosYa customers in Panama are reporting canceled orders, delayed refunds, and missing deliveries as riders continue a stoppage over pay. Acodeco says the company must answer to consumers when service is not fulfilled.
Panama’s Civil Protection agency has warned of Pacific coast tides reaching up to 17 feet from April 17 to April 20, 2026. Officials say the high-water event raises flooding risks for coastal communities and infrastructure.
President José Raúl Mulino said a pending bill has a deadline that could force extraordinary sessions if lawmakers do not act soon. He noted other bills are also awaiting debate, but this one has priority because of the timeline.
Panamanian authorities seized 992 suspected drug packages in an Aeronaval operation in Las Perlas and detained two people. The vessel used in the case was also confiscated.
A Honduran man wanted by U.S. authorities on drug trafficking charges was detained at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. The case highlights the airport’s role as a key enforcement point in international travel.
Mega Bingo Mundial TV 2026 is offering viewers a chance to win major prizes, including a house or a car, alongside the opportunity to see Panama’s national team. The promotion is airing through Nex Panamá.
The Social Security Fund will pay retirees and pensioners on April 17, including the second half of the month’s pension and a permanent $50 bonus for eligible beneficiaries.
Panama is reviewing fuel subsidy caps as the program passes 33,000 disbursements and expands Friday to the fishing and cargo sectors. Officials say the goal is to keep the subsidy sustainable while easing transport costs.
President José Raúl Mulino said he has no preferred candidates in the National Assembly’s upcoming votes for the ombudsman and an Electoral Tribunal magistrate. He said lawmakers should make the decision freely and that he will respect the outcome.