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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.
A Beechcraft 300 King that disappeared after leaving Panama in May 2025 has been found in Florida. Civil Aviation confirmed the discovery nearly a year after the aircraft went missing.
An Israeli woman was killed and several other Israelis were injured in a highway crash in Panama. The incident highlights ongoing road safety risks on major routes across the country.
Lawmaker Betserai Richards denounced a critical situation involving hospitalized patients at the Hospital Irma de Lourdes Tzanetatos. His comments have renewed scrutiny of public hospital care in Panama.
Switzerland has joined the protocol tied to the Panama Canal’s permanent neutrality treaty, a move Panama says reinforces the waterway’s role in peace and global trade. The government described the decision as support for the canal’s neutral, open, and secure operation.
Panama is competing in the 15th Pan American School Chess Championship in El Salvador, a regional event that brings together young talents from across the Americas. The tournament offers emerging players international experience and a platform to grow in competitive chess.
Rubén Blades has been named Billboard’s 2026 Indie Icon, a recognition that reflects his decades-long commitment to artistic independence. The Panamanian legend continues to record, write, and tour while keeping control of his music.
Parents at a school in Penonomé are alleging irregular handling of insurance funds and say the amount involved could reach $20,000. They also believe similar problems may have happened in previous years.
Panama’s Civil Aeronautics authority confirmed the discovery of a Beechcraft 300 King that had been missing since it departed Panama in May 2025. The finding ends more than a year of uncertainty surrounding the aircraft.
Switzerland has joined the Panama Canal neutrality treaty, a move Panama views as a recognition of its serious international stewardship of the waterway. The step reinforces diplomatic support for one of the world’s most important trade routes.
Biologists found reef-like marine communities near the site of the new wharf in Puerto Armuelles. The study is examining fish abundance and the plankton that support the marine food chain.
Panama City completed 200 meters of new sidewalks and planted 30 trees on Calle 74 in Betania, improving pedestrian access and the local environment. The project is part of a wider municipal push to recover public spaces across the capital.
Panama City Hall will hold a public hearing on a proposal to temporarily extend business hours during the FIFA World Cup 2026. The measure is aimed at supporting tourism, commerce, and economic activity in the capital.
Panama is advancing a transformation of INADEH with United Nations support, focusing on training tied to logistics, technology, construction, tourism, and services. The effort aims to strengthen job creation and align workforce development with key economic sectors.
Panama is preparing to launch a digital driver’s license that will be available through the ATTT’s online system. The new document will complement, not replace, the physical card and is expected to cost between $6 and $8.
Panama’s digital driver’s license remains in the planning stage, with ATTT still to confirm when applications will begin. The rollout is being watched closely as officials prepare to explain whether it can replace the physical card.
ASEP has tightened rules on the sale of TV Box devices and IPTV services in Panama, warning that illegal distribution of protected content could trigger criminal liability. The move increases pressure on sellers and distributors amid growing concern over digital piracy.
Panama’s traffic authority is reviewing whether some traffic lights in key city locations should be removed or adjusted to reduce congestion. The evaluations will continue across different areas as officials look for ways to improve mobility.