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Panama City will pedestrianize parts of Casco Antiguo during Semana Santa processions and implement vehicle detours as officials expect more than 250,000 visitors.
The Panama Canal Authority will begin resettling the first 200 people by mid-2027 for the Indio River reservoir project. The initial relocations mark the start of direct social impacts from the development.
The CSS confirmed that retirees and pensioners will receive the April quincena payment on April 1; the agency published withdrawal instructions and the payment calendar.
ESPN Philippines reports South Africa will field a new-look side against Panama in a friendly as the FIFA World Cup approaches, giving Panama a cross-confederation test ahead of the tournament season.
Nex Panama names church leader Yanset Gutierrez in a short notice about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ general conference, set for April 4–5, 2026.
Casco Antiguo’s Semana Santa is drawing thousands of local and foreign visitors as new processional floats and restored church routes boost religious tourism and cultural heritage.
San Miguelito reports higher municipal revenue even as economic activity slows in 2026, with restaurants and small businesses notably affected; officials warn debts and fiscal pressures persist.
Panama has presented evidence to Venezuela seeking the extradition of Ali Zaki Hage Jalil, accused in the 1994 Alas Chiricanas bombing; Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal will hold a hearing amid questions over the suspect’s dual nationality.
Casco Antiguo will become largely pedestrian for Semana Santa as SPI deploys 1,000 uniformed officers. Vehicle entry allowed only for residents and merchants with access passes until set hours.
As the ACP prepares $8 billion in projects and confronts China–US tensions after a port-concession ruling, selecting a neutral, experienced Canal administrator is critical.
The Loadstar reports that PPC has increased its damages claim in a Panama port dispute, taking the total beyond $2 billion. The escalation raises commercial and operational risks for Panama’s critical port sector.
Forecasters expect isolated night showers over the eastern Caribbean maritime zone with possible extension to Colón, Guna Yala and the Emberá comarca, while extreme UV levels are warned for Wednesday daytime.
Ships transiting the Panama Canal face widely varying tolls — about $15,000 to $300,000 per crossing, according to reporting by Greg Daugherty — a spread that affects shipping costs and Panama’s canal revenue.
A unit of CK Hutchison says an arbitration claim against the Republic of Panama now tops $2 billion, the company reported to DredgeWire. Details on the dispute and tribunal remain limited.
Panama will play two friendly matches away against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana; South African coach Broos said choosing Panama was the right decision and Panama sit inside the top 35.
A Saint Vincent and the Grenadines robotics team was the top-ranked OECS team at an international challenge held in Panama City, Panama from the 29th to November 1st, with members including Kai Francis and Alexys.
MLex reports that CK Hutchison’s Panama unit has raised arbitration claims of more than $2 billion. The initial notice provides limited details; follow-up reporting is needed.
Costa Rica and Panama have submitted a joint bid to develop a regional rail link aimed at improving cross‑border connectivity and strengthening trade and transport ties.
Colón faces Panamá Metro in a Béisbol Mayor 2026 matchup on Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m., broadcast live on TVMAX, TVN Pass and the TVMAX PANAMÁ YouTube channel.
Costa Rica and Panama are reported to be exploring a proposed 300-mile rail link from Panama City to Paso Canoas, a cross-border corridor with potential implications for trade and mobility.