In-depth reporting on government actions, political parties, and policy debates in Panama. We track elections, legislative changes, and the actors shaping public life.
President Trump issued a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act to allow foreign ships to move fuel between U.S. ports, aiming to stabilize petrol costs amid oil disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Pakistan announced a temporary pause in strikes in Afghanistan ahead of Eid, at the request of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, effective midnight Wednesday through midnight Monday.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a decree on March 18, 2026, allowing the Ministry of Economy and Finance to seek up to $12 billion in financing to cover the State’s liquidity needs. The move gives the MEF authority to arrange funding, with details on instruments and timing to follow.
Donald Trump’s request to delay a planned China visit after his decision to attack Iran, amid White House turmoil, has reportedly strained Beijing’s patience and complicated diplomacy.
Telemetro reports Panama will roll out a digital driver’s license priced between $6 and $8; authorities will soon detail how to apply and the changes it will bring.
President Volodymyr Zelensky urged EU leaders to bypass Hungary’s veto blocking a vital €90bn (US$103bn) loan, calling resolution of the dispute the main issue at an upcoming Brussels summit.
Chinese experts say recent US‑ and Israel‑led “decapitation” strikes in Iran and actions in Venezuela highlight the limits of leadership-targeted operations, arguing regime change often requires ground forces—a lesson Beijing is weighing for Taiwan.
Five members of Iran’s women’s football team returned to Iran after withdrawing asylum claims filed in Australia; six players and one staffer had received humanitarian visas.
Hutchison has intensified criticism of Panama in a port terminal dispute, alleging unconstitutional actions, a “radical occupation,” and improper seizure of investor documents, raising concerns about foreign investment.
Hong Kong will pilot an internationally benchmarked version of its Diploma of Secondary Education exam to let foreign students apply to universities in Hong Kong and mainland China.
U.S. hawks warn that China’s scientific gains could threaten American dominance; others counter that global scientific progress can produce mutual benefits, including for Latin America.
A PLA delegation will visit Brussels next week for EU-China security consultations and separate NATO talks as the Iran war reshapes global security, officials said.
Former Hong Kong lawmaker Lee Cheuk-yan denied abetting criminal activity in a trial over alleged incitement, saying Beijing has levelled false charges as prosecutors disputed his intent.
As the U.S. increases pressure on Cuba after its campaign in Iran, analysts say China has few strong options and will likely limit its response to diplomatic opposition and modest aid.
China has offered solar energy assistance to Cuba amid widespread blackouts linked to a U.S. oil embargo, with Beijing outlining joint projects to ease a “complex power situation.”
The U.S. has launched trade probes that include several ASEAN nations, citing forced labour and trade surpluses; the investigations risk straining ties and could lead to new levies.
Sweden says Iran executed a Swedish citizen, marking what Tehran called the first espionage-related execution since its war with Israel and the US began. Stockholm expressed dismay.
An EIN Presswire analysis argues that Beijing’s response to Panama’s policy shift highlights risks to ports, infrastructure and future foreign direct investment, citing the Panama Ports Company.
An IndexBox report says a Hong Kong firm alleges the Panamanian government missed an arbitration deadline in a ports dispute. The claim raises legal and investor uncertainty while details are pending.
The Social Security Fund (CSS) has filed a criminal complaint over alleged medicine thefts in Chiriquí and is investigating while implementing the SALMI tracking system in 32 units to prevent future losses.