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 City Hall has started reviewing cases tied to the antigüedad bonus for former municipal employees. The municipality says it will handle the process transparently and give proper attention to ex-workers and their families.
Seven people, including three women and a child, were killed in Gaza City on Nakba Day after Israeli strikes targeted a Hamas member. The attack highlights the continuing civilian toll of the Gaza war and its wider regional impact.
UNACHI responded to the Public Ministry’s inspection by backing rector Etelvina de Bonagas and rejecting speculation that she will resign. Her defense says the university has cooperated from the start and that the results so far favor the institution.
Panama has officially approved its digital driver’s license, moving the document into the country’s legal and administrative framework. The rollout marks another step in the modernization of public services.
Donald Trump ended a two-day summit in Beijing with Xi Jinping, a closely watched meeting as US-China tensions continue to shape trade and geopolitics. The talks carry significance far beyond the two capitals, including for global commerce and Latin America.
Cubans protested in Havana after repeated blackouts, voicing anger over an oil shortage that has strained the island’s power grid. The unrest highlights a deeper crisis with regional migration and stability implications.
More than 100 professionals in Panama received training to update their knowledge of disability diagnosis and evaluation for Senadis certification. The move supports more consistent disability assessments and official recognition processes.
Panama City’s mini work crew has been sent to Colinas de Las Cumbres to help repair a 3-kilometer road section with numerous potholes. The move responds to driver complaints about the poor condition of the street.
Panama City has extended its temporary vehicle circulation permit for six more months, with drivers able to process it digitally or through a physical sticker. The move keeps the current municipal system in place for motorists in the capital.
Panama’s ties with China are facing fresh scrutiny after setbacks prompted a reaction from Beijing. The developments underscore Panama’s importance as a strategic trade and diplomatic crossroads.
Panama has approved a law requiring fast-food chains to offer bottled water instead of soda in combo meals at no extra cost. The measure takes effect in one year and places oversight with Acodeco and the Ministry of Health.
President José Raúl Mulino toured the Dr. Manuel Amador Guerrero Hospital in Colón one year after its inauguration. The visit drew attention to the role of public health infrastructure in the province.
Trump called a New York Times journalist’s Iran war coverage “treasonous” while claiming victory, intensifying his conflict with the press. The remarks come amid a highly sensitive war with global implications.
Luis Eduardo Camacho said he wants to preside over Panama’s National Assembly, putting him on the shortlist for one of the legislature’s top posts. His interest signals early movement in the race for Assembly leadership.
The ATTT is working in Coclé to identify transport operators who refuse service to students. The effort aims to protect school access and daily mobility for families in the province.
May 15 marks the 1903 execution of Victoriano Lorenzo in Panama City’s historic center. The Coclé guerrilla leader remains a powerful symbol in the nation’s historical memory.
Israel and Lebanon have extended their ceasefire for 45 days, preventing an immediate collapse of the fragile truce with Hezbollah. The move buys time for diplomacy as tensions remain high along the border.
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa said violence is a real problem that must be confronted by the state, families, and wider society. His remarks in Capira emphasized shared responsibility in tackling the issue.
Idaan awarded more than $7.3 million in tanker-truck water contracts across several provinces, with multiple beneficiaries tied to political and public-sector figures. The awards are drawing scrutiny because of their links to people close to Realizando Metas.
A ship was seized and another sank near the Strait of Hormuz, renewing fears of disruption in one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes. The incidents come as Iranian officials again pressed claims over the strategic waterway.