In-depth reporting on government actions, political parties, and policy debates in Panama. We track elections, legislative changes, and the actors shaping public life.
Panama and the Netherlands agreed to reinforce cooperation on security, justice, and narcotrafficking. The meeting highlights Panama’s push to expand international support against organized crime.
Authorities are reviewing the DGI offices on Avenida Balboa in Panama City after an incident left one person dead and another injured. Firefighters, labor officials, and prosecutors are involved in the inspection.
Cuba’s cigar industry is under new pressure after the Trump administration blocked foreign oil deliveries to the island, worsening fuel shortages and economic strain. The move could ripple through Cuba’s exports and broader regional diplomacy.
UN chief António Guterres has called for an end to arms deliveries into Sudan as the war marks three years, warning the conflict is worsening a major humanitarian crisis. The appeal comes amid continued fighting and regional instability.
The US Senate has again rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s military authority over Iran. The vote highlights the continuing struggle between Congress and the White House over decisions that could lead to war.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi visited Mercado El Cruce to meet with microentrepreneurs and hear their concerns about market organization, growth and formalization. He reaffirmed City Hall’s support for small businesses through closer, on-the-ground engagement.
A court ordered provisional detention for two people accused in the killing of National Police officer Elvis Espinosa in El Chorrillo. The case involves aggravated intentional homicide and criminal association charges.
U.S. Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee amid a war with Iran, highlighting rising concern in Washington. The hearing comes as the conflict threatens global stability and could affect energy and shipping costs worldwide.
Antai has opened 10 ex officio investigations into municipalities that are not complying with public information disclosure rules. The agency says transparency is a legal duty under Panama’s access-to-information law.
Panama’s Government Commission advanced a proposal to bar plea agreements in femicide cases and another targeting adults who push minors into crime. Both measures now move deeper into the legislative process.
The National Assembly approved, by insistence, a bill to extend health center hours across Panama after the Executive Branch objected over financing and technical issues. The measure is intended to improve access to primary care beyond standard hours.
Panama’s National Assembly has approved by insistence a bill to extend operating hours at health centers nationwide, overruling Executive objections. The measure expands primary care access beyond the regular workday but stops short of mandating 24-hour service.
China is pressing Maersk and MSC to leave Panama’s Balboa and Cristóbal ports, intensifying a dispute tied to the country’s key canal logistics hubs. The standoff reflects growing geopolitical tension over control of strategic infrastructure in Panama.
UNHCR’s 2025 review for Panama highlights the country’s continued importance in regional migration and protection efforts. The work centers on support for refugees, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable people moving through the country.
Panama’s Cabinet approved $12 million for the second phase of footbridges in the Ngäbe Buglé comarca. The project aims to improve safer movement in one of the country’s most remote regions.
Antai has launched an investigation into 10 municipalities that failed to submit reports on the use of public funds. The agency said transparency is a legal duty and a commitment to citizens.
Panama’s National Assembly is advancing a bill linked to a 2026 increase for retirees and pensioners. The proposal is drawing attention because it could affect monthly income for thousands of beneficiaries.
Panama’s National Assembly is advancing a bill to raise payments for retirees and pensioners, with the trust fund created for the measure emerging as a key issue. The proposal could shape how pension support is financed and delivered.
ANTAI has opened 10 investigations into municipalities with 0% compliance in access to public information, putting local transparency practices under scrutiny. The move underscores pressure on public institutions to meet accountability standards.
Panama approved more than $12 million to build 50 zarzo bridges in the Ngäbe Buglé comarca. The project aims to improve safety and access in remote communities where students and families face dangerous crossings.