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 Ministry of Public Works denied strike rumors tied to the Cuarto Puente sobre el Canal and said construction will continue. The bridge is seen as key to easing traffic between Panama City and Panama Oeste.
Panama’s Labor Ministry found 37 foreign workers in irregular migration status during an inspection of the Fourth Bridge over the Canal project. Officials also raised concerns about unequal working conditions and labor-law compliance.
A 10-day ceasefire has begun in Lebanon after deadly Israeli attacks, while Trump says a deal with Tehran is close. The truce offers a brief opening in a conflict with wider regional and global implications.
The U.S. House rejected a resolution that would have forced President Donald Trump to withdraw forces from the war with Iran without congressional approval. The vote leaves Trump’s military operation in place and highlights Republican support for the White House.
Ángela Russo has taken office as Panama’s new Ombudsperson, pledging an open-door approach at the Defensoría del Pueblo. Her leadership begins amid close attention to the institution’s role in defending human rights.
IFARHU will begin receiving documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition on April 20, including the required Socioeconomic Affidavit. The opening marks the start of a key application step for students seeking educational aid in Panama.
Israel has agreed to a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon as the United States pushes for broader talks between Israeli and Lebanese leaders. The truce could open the door to a larger peace deal, though Hezbollah has not yet said whether it will comply.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a U.S.-announced ceasefire, but its success hinges on whether Hezbollah complies. The deal could ease regional tensions if it holds.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect, temporarily pausing a tense border conflict with wider regional implications. The truce could ease pressure along the frontier, but long-term stability remains uncertain.
Panama will host a regional debate on the future of higher education, putting the country at the center of an important policy discussion. The event highlights growing pressure on universities to adapt to economic, social, and technological change.
Panama’s National Assembly approved a bill to protect the right to education for hospitalized children. The measure seeks to keep students connected to learning during medical treatment.
The Apostolic Vicariate of Darién suspended a priest from ministry, with Monsignor Pedro Joaquín Hernández Cantero citing Canon 1341 of the Code of Canon Law. The decision highlights the role of church discipline in one of Panama’s most remote provinces.
Cuba’s president said the island does not seek conflict with the United States but is ready to defend itself if needed, after Trump suggested his administration could turn to Cuba next. The comments raise the prospect of fresh U.S.-Cuba tensions with regional implications.
The Trump administration says it has imposed visa restrictions on 26 people across the hemisphere it accuses of supporting U.S. adversaries. The move expands Washington’s use of immigration policy as a foreign-policy tool.
The National Assembly approved Jaime Barroso as a new principal magistrate of Panama’s Electoral Tribunal with 52 votes. He will replace Alfredo Juncá when his term ends in December.
The US House voted to extend Temporary Protected Status for nearly 350,000 Haitians, handing President Donald Trump a setback on immigration policy. The decision could have wider implications for migration and humanitarian pressure across the region.
Pope Leo XIV visited Bamenda in Cameroon’s conflict-hit northwest and urged peace in a region scarred by deadly fighting. The visit drew fresh attention to the country’s long-running Anglophone crisis.
The University of Panama approved a partial payment in the third phase of a salary adjustment for administrative staff. The decision affects a key segment of the university’s workforce.
Jaime Barroso has been elected by the National Assembly as Panama’s new Electoral Tribunal magistrate with 52 votes in favor. He will serve a 10-year term, replacing Alfredo Juncá.
The White House budget chief declined to say how much the U.S. has spent on the Iran war, deepening scrutiny over the conflict’s cost and transparency. The issue could have ripple effects for energy prices and global markets, including in Latin America.