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Albrook terminal in Panama City is preparing for a surge in Semana Santa travel, with passenger numbers expected to top last year’s 280,000. The holiday week is set to bring heavy movement toward the interior of the country.
Panama’s National Assembly has advanced a bill that would make E10 fuel mandatory for 91- and 95-octane gasoline, with local bioethanol prioritized over imports. The proposal aims to support rural production and energy independence, but drivers may see efficiency and maintenance concerns.
Panama Canal traffic is rising as conflict in the Middle East and a blockade threat near the Strait of Hormuz push shippers toward safer routes. The trend highlights Panama’s continuing importance in global trade.
Panama’s government is cutting fuel use and foreign travel while encouraging telework in the private sector as part of a fiscal savings plan. Officials say the goal is to protect essential services and support vulnerable communities.
IDAAN met with the contractor delivering new pumps for the Chilibre water treatment plant, an upgrade intended to strengthen water service in the Panama metro area. The move underscores the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure for reliable supply.
Panama defeated South Africa 2-1 in an international friendly, gaining a useful confidence boost ahead of future tests. South Africa’s Mbekezeli Mbokazi scored a highlight-reel goal, but the team still has work to do before the World Cup.
DR Congo beat Jamaica 1-0 in extra time in Mexico to claim the penultimate open World Cup spot. The victory sends the team into Group K alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan and Colombia.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a temporary cap on diesel and 91-octane gasoline used by public transport, citing global fuel market pressure. The measure will last up to 10 months and may end sooner if international conditions improve.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has ordered public agencies to cut travel, tighten fuel use and reduce allowances amid rising oil prices. The measures also promote virtual work, shared vehicles and digital processing.
Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship continued Tuesday with live minute-by-minute coverage on TVMAX. The tournament remains one of the country’s most important annual sports events.
Panama has set a price cap on 91-octane gasoline and diesel for transport operators, aiming to ease operating costs in a sector hit hard by fuel prices. The move is likely to affect fares, logistics, and broader inflation pressures.
Panama’s private sector will receive its Décimo Tercer Mes payment in April, with the next installments scheduled for August and December. The bonus remains a key yearly benefit for workers across the country.
A Panama Rosh Kolel shared 18 reflections designed to add depth and structure to the Passover Seder. The guidance highlights the holiday’s themes of freedom, memory, and spiritual preparation.
An appeals court in Panama kept Veraguas player Juan Antonio Aizpurúa in pretrial detention in a case tied to a violent clash at a baseball game in Las Tablas. The federation also imposed a four-year suspension from tournaments.
A body linked to a femicide case and an armed attack on a student have heightened concern over violence in Colón. The incidents have renewed calls for stronger public safety measures in Panama.
Authorities ordered preventive detention for a baseball player from Veraguas after an alleged assault during a game. Investigators are still determining how the incident happened and what responsibilities apply.
Senniaf is under renewed pressure after two violent incidents at a state shelter in Tocumen exposed serious security and care failures. The agency is now considering reassignments and a new daily routine plan.
NASA is launching Artemis II to send four astronauts around the Moon, where scientists and planners see water, minerals and a crucial testbed for Mars missions. The mission also reflects a new space race with China and a push to inspire future scientists and engineers.
Panama is working to fill a shortage of about 100 air traffic controllers, with new training courses and upcoming graduates expected to boost staffing over the next two years.
Panamanian authorities located 12 people who had been reported missing, including several cases involving Amber Alerts. The recoveries highlight the importance of rapid response and public alert systems in Panama.