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Panama City Hall is promoting new infrastructure, urban recovery, and public space projects in the city center. The effort underscores the municipality’s focus on revitalizing the capital’s core districts.
Vendors at Panama City’s San Felipe Neri Market are asking Mayor Mayer Mizrachi to repair the market’s refrigeration system. The fix is seen as essential for protecting perishable goods and supporting daily commerce.
Panama Canal Deputy Administrator Ilya Espino de Marotta used a Washington, D.C. visit to highlight the waterway’s role in global trade, climate resilience and water security. She also pointed to long-term modernization plans and the need for sustainable supply chain partnerships.
Nine vehicles collided on Vía Centenario near the Arraijancito bridge, causing traffic delays toward Arraiján. No injuries were reported.
Panama Customs reported a rise in seizures of counterfeit national team jerseys at Tocumen Airport, part of more than 915,000 allegedly fake items confiscated in 2026. The crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to stop illicit merchandise at the country’s main air hub.
Panama’s cattle leaders are rejecting political pressure from Costa Rica and insisting the dairy and meat dispute be resolved through sanitary and WTO rules. The long-running conflict continues to test trade relations and Panama’s protections for local producers.
A multiple-vehicle crash on Vía Centenario caused heavy traffic toward La Chorrera, though authorities confirmed there were no fatalities. The incident disrupted one of Panama’s busiest commuter corridors.
Arraiján Mayor Stefany Peñalba has been sanctioned by Antai for violating Panama’s Code of Ethics following a citizen complaint filed in December. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of public officials and transparency rules in local government.
Panama Customs seized counterfeit national team jerseys in Chiriquí, targeting illegal merchandise tied to La Selección. The case underscores the country’s ongoing efforts to curb counterfeit sales and protect intellectual property.
Plaza Amador enters Friday’s semifinal second leg against Umecit FC confident of reaching another LPF final after a 2-2 draw in the first leg. Home support at COS Sports Plaza could be a major factor in the decisive match.
Panama’s meteorology agency has issued an alert as El Niño returns, raising concerns about reduced rainfall, drought and pressure on Canal operations. The phenomenon could affect water supply, agriculture and the national economy in the coming months.
Farruko has confirmed a major return to Panama, where his upcoming concert is expected to rank among the country’s biggest music events of the year. He is also using the moment to push his track “Yapaque” toward a wider global audience.
Panama’s government, DIGECA, and Caja de Ahorros signed an agreement to expand loans and financial education for more than 240,000 public servants. The program is aimed at improving access to banking products for the country’s public workforce.
Panama nearly reached one million tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2026, with officials highlighting growth in leisure and business travel. The tourism push also aims to strengthen the country’s global positioning.
SINAPROC is keeping its rain and thunderstorm alert in place through Thursday and warning residents to avoid swollen rivers and landslide-prone areas. The agency is urging extra caution in vulnerable parts of Panama.
Chiriquí has strengthened health surveillance amid a measles alert in Panama, while doctors have ruled out positive cases so far. The Ministry of Health is urging residents to verify their vaccination records at local health centers.
President José Raúl Mulino named Housing Minister Jaime Jované as the Executive Branch’s new representative on Idaan’s board. The move comes amid ongoing leadership changes and pressure over water service problems in Panama.
Sporting San Miguelito confirmed that José Calderón is no longer with the club after Fepafut imposed a provisional six-month suspension. The team said it respects due process while backing efforts to protect the integrity of Panamanian football.
A person died after being hit by a vehicle in Arraiján, prompting a response from the Public Ministry and the start of an investigation. The crash adds to ongoing road safety concerns in Panama Oeste.
Jorge Rubén Camargo Clarke, alias “Cholo Chorrillo,” has been linked to gang activity, money laundering, a prison massacre probe, and international drug trafficking cases in Panama and the United States. His legal history spans more than a decade of investigations, convictions, and extradition.