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Traffic on the Pan-American Highway will be diverted from April 21 to May 15, 2026, while work continues on the Corridor of the Beaches. Drivers should expect weekday daytime changes and possible delays.
IFARHU will receive documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition from April 20 to 24 in Azuero and Coclé. The schedule is part of the process for students applying for education support in Panama.
Panama is gaining attention as a family-friendly spring 2026 travel destination thanks to its mix of city attractions, nature, and beach experiences. Its variety makes it a strong option for multigenerational trips.
Uber and inDrive reacted to Panama’s new decree regulating app-based transport and converting it into luxury taxis. President José Raúl Mulino said he will meet with authorities to review concerns over the measure.
Specialists in Panama performed a high-risk surgery to replace both the aorta and a heart valve, highlighting the country’s capacity for advanced cardiac care. The procedure required precise coordination because of the critical role both structures play in circulation.
President José Raúl Mulino will review a transport decree after criticism from ride-hailing platforms in Panama. The issue will be discussed with the ATTT and the Ministry of Government.
A 20-year-old man who disappeared after being caught by a strong rip current in Playa La Boca, Río Hato, was found dead. One of the two fishermen involved in the incident survived.
Panama’s men’s flag football team shut out Uruguay 51-0 at the South American Youth Games, with Carlos Moses throwing six touchdown passes. The team returns later to face Argentina.
Panama will face Brazil in an international friendly on Sunday, May 31, as part of its buildup toward the 2026 World Cup. The match will be broadcast on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
President José Raúl Mulino will review the decree regulating Uber and InDrive in Panama after public criticism on social media. He plans to meet with transport and government officials to discuss possible changes.
Panama’s new rules for app-based “luxury taxis” triggered strong backlash online, with critics questioning enforcement, costs, and the role of intermediaries. A smaller group backed the decree as a step toward order and tax compliance.
Panama’s transport authority will require luxury ride platforms to register formally under a new decree. The move is designed to bring app-based premium transport services into a clearer regulatory framework.
Panama’s CADE 2026 will run from April 22 to 24 and put the country’s possible closer alignment with the OECD in focus. The business gathering is expected to frame a broader debate over Panama’s economic direction and global standing.
A youth interschool futsal tournament will begin on April 24 at USMA in Panama City, highlighting emerging talent in Panama’s school sports scene. The event adds to the country’s growing intercolegiate athletics calendar.
Panama beat Cuba 3-0 in Penonomé to finish atop Group E with a perfect record and advance to the final phase of women’s World Cup qualifying. Ericka Arauz scored twice as Panama controlled the match from the opening minutes.
The SPI has launched “Escudo Negro” to reinforce security in Casco Antiguo and the Cinta Costera with 350 additional units. The operation aims to deter crime and protect residents, families and tourists in one of Panama City’s busiest areas.
Temporary traffic detours will take effect on the Pan-American Highway in Panama Oeste as the Ministry of Public Works carries out drainage works tied to the Corredor de las Playas expansion. At least one lane will remain open while crews work from April 21 to May 15.
Panama will see scattered showers and intense heat through the day, while sea conditions remain stable on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts.
Argentina and Uruguay produced standout performances at the South American Youth Games in Panama 2026, including a record-setting swim at the Panamanian aquatic complex. The event is giving Panama a prominent role as host of a major regional sports competition.
Oil and LNG tankers are flooding the Panama Canal as Middle East tensions push more energy shipments from the U.S. Gulf Coast toward Asia. The surge has lifted daily transits above earlier projections and raised congestion at the strategic waterway.