In-depth reporting on government actions, political parties, and policy debates in Panama. We track elections, legislative changes, and the actors shaping public life.
The United Nations marked the 80th anniversary of the World Court with a warning that international law is weakening amid rising global tensions. The moment underscores the role of the International Court of Justice in a strained rules-based order.
The Trump administration deported about 15 Latin American migrants to Congo, escalating its use of third-country removal deals. The move is drawing renewed scrutiny over migrants’ rights and U.S. immigration enforcement.
Trump and Iran’s foreign minister both said the Strait of Hormuz is open, though Washington says its blockade remains in force. The dispute could still affect global shipping, oil prices and Latin American import costs.
A warning has been raised over the speed of Panama’s next Electoral Tribunal appointment, with concerns that the National Assembly could expand its influence over the body. The tribunal’s role in election oversight makes the choice politically significant.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has begun, bringing celebrations in Lebanon and opening the door to talks on a longer-term deal. The truce is a small but important step in a wider regional conflict that remains highly volatile.
Prisoners’ Day has renewed attention on Israel’s prison system, where more than 9,600 Palestinians remain detained. The issue remains a flashpoint in the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Trump sparked criticism by calling the war on Iran a “little diversion” as the conflict’s death toll passed 2,000. The war raises fresh concerns over Middle East stability, energy prices and global trade.
Meduca’s massive laptop and digital licensing tender has narrowed to two admitted bidders, +Móvil and GBM de Panamá. The $273 million process is unfolding amid debate over whether large technology purchases improve learning outcomes.
President José Raúl Mulino publicly backed Comptroller Anel Flores while urging him and Attorney General Luis Carlos Gómez Rudy to settle their dispute. The clash centers on a confrontation at the anti-corruption prosecutor’s office linked to the investigation of former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo.
Barroso’s selection as magistrate of the Electoral Tribunal has exposed new alliances in the National Assembly, where votes crossed party lines during key appointments. The Ombudsman’s Office and pending trials involving former security agents are also drawing political scrutiny.
A confrontation involving Panama’s comptroller and an anti-corruption prosecutor’s office has escalated into a broader test of institutional authority. The episode has sparked debate over accountability, rule of law, and the government’s response.
Panama’s Ministry of Labor intervened after workers on the Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal raised demands that nearly halted the project. Public Works Minister José Luis Andrade said the move prevented a work stoppage.
A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has begun, bringing relief in Beirut even as Lebanese military officials reported early violations. The truce offers a fragile pause in one of the Middle East’s most volatile flashpoints.
The IMF and World Bank are restoring ties with Venezuela, signaling a possible step toward renewed international financial engagement after years of isolation. The move could have implications for regional diplomacy and migration across Latin America.
Ethical concerns inside Panama’s education system are centered on weak enforcement, workplace disrespect, and tolerance for damaging practices. The call is for stronger accountability, clearer protections and consistent standards.
The Israel-Lebanon war is reshaping daily life in Beirut, adding fear and disruption to a country already battered by economic collapse and political paralysis.
A traffic disruption near the Bridge of the Americas exposed how Panamá Oeste’s rapid housing growth has outpaced the urban systems needed to support it. The debate now centers on transport, planning, and whether the region can evolve from a dormitory area into a true city.
Panama’s March for Science marks 10 years with a call for stronger funding and a bigger role for research in solving the country’s climate and water challenges. Organizers say science, not just the Panama Canal, should be treated as a pillar of national development.
A political commentator in Israel says the ceasefire with Lebanon is fragile and leaves major risks unresolved. The deal matters well beyond the border because any renewed fighting could widen the Middle East conflict and affect global markets.
Residents in southern Lebanon began returning home after a ceasefire announcement, a move that brought cautious relief to a region devastated by conflict. The return highlights both the humanitarian stakes and the fragility of calm along the border.