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Passport offices in Panama have suspended public attention until April 29 after electrical failures disrupted operations. The pause may delay renewals and other travel document procedures.
IFARHU and MEDUCA have begun validating PASE-U 2026 student data before the first payment. The review is a key step to confirm beneficiary records and reduce payment delays.
Ricardo Martinelli’s lawyer Roniel Ortiz has renewed criticism of the “pinchazos” case, alleging irregularities and pointing to former Attorney General Kenia Porcell. The dispute continues to fuel debate in Panama over judicial independence and political influence.
Panama City will host the 12th World Congress of the World Free Zones Organization, putting the capital at the center of global trade and investment discussions. The event highlights Panama’s role as a logistics hub linked to the canal and regional commerce.
Casco Peatonal has completed its first year in Panama City with more than 800,000 visitors and an estimated B/.15 million in economic activity. The pedestrian zone is also gaining recognition as a cultural and tourism hub.
Panama exceeded expectations at the South American Youth Games, finishing with 29 medals. The result was framed as an important step forward for the country’s sports development.
Panama will host the Inter-American Court of Human Rights from May 4 to 8, 2026, with three public hearings and an international seminar in Panama City. The event highlights the country’s role in regional legal and human rights dialogue.
Panama is hosting the Pan American Weightlifting Championship, putting the country in the regional spotlight for one of the Americas’ top strength events. The competition highlights Panama’s role as a venue for international sports.
Carlos Carrillo defended the principle of specialty in the Martinelli case, saying the New Business proceedings violated basic legal principles. His comments renew debate over due process and the handling of one of Panama’s most watched legal cases.
Panama City Hall will hold a public hearing in Villa Lilla on April 28 to present park construction and renovation projects in San Francisco. The meeting will also cover funds linked to the municipal public works investment program.
A deadly crash in Chame killed four people and injured nine others, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns on one of Panama’s busiest transit routes.
Panama is hosting a skin disease meeting focused on better diagnosis and improved access to care. The event also aims to make patient needs more visible.
Three children in Chiriquí underwent the province’s first-ever pediatric ductus arteriosus closure, a milestone in specialized heart care outside Panama City. The minimally invasive procedure was performed successfully at the Dr. Rafael Hernández L. hospital in David.
Panama City has opened Puerta Sur, a new digital parking system near El Chorrillo that provides access to the Casco Peatonal. The service uses the Parkea PTY app for registration, QR scanning and cashless payment.
Panama City announced May 1 holiday hours for markets, tourist sites and municipal offices. Some major markets will operate normally, while others and several city agencies will close.
A new education reform proposal in Panama seeks to give schools more autonomy while keeping the Ministry of Education involved in the process. Supporters say the goal is system-wide transformation through consensus.
Panama will host sessions of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights in May, with regional human rights issues set to be on the agenda. The event highlights the country’s diplomatic role in the Americas.
San Miguelito is advancing work with a contractor to open its municipal market, with the facility potentially operating in 2027. The project could become a key commercial hub for the district.
President José Raúl Mulino used discretionary funds to help pay for repairs to the Palace of the Garzas dining room. The spending adds to a broader renovation effort at the presidential residence and keeps attention on the use of the fund.
Panama has confirmed that Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit in May after the trip was kept private at the request of the Panamanian side. The visit adds a notable diplomatic engagement to Panama’s spring agenda.