In-depth reporting on government actions, political parties, and policy debates in Panama. We track elections, legislative changes, and the actors shaping public life.
Residents of Ancón protested against representative Yamireth Batista after authorities carried out raids at the Junta Comunal and her home. The demonstration highlights rising public scrutiny around local leadership and ongoing investigations.
Iran has warned over its claims in the Strait of Hormuz after reports of Benjamin Netanyahu’s secret visit to the UAE intensified regional tensions. The dispute could reverberate through global energy markets and shipping routes.
Trump and Xi are meeting as the war on Iran and U.S.-China tensions over trade and technology put fresh pressure on the global economy. The outcome could reverberate through shipping, energy, and markets worldwide.
Panama’s agricultural sector faces another leadership change after the ISA general manager resigned, joining a series of departures across key institutions. The turnover is affecting agencies tied to farming, food logistics, and agricultural policy.
The Trump administration has offered Cuba $100 million in aid if Havana agrees to political reforms, escalating a long-running standoff over sanctions, relief, and governance. The move could affect regional diplomacy and migration pressures across Latin America.
Trump has arrived in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping on trade, Taiwan and the Iran war. The visit comes as U.S.-China tensions remain a major force in global politics and commerce.
Deputy Ernesto Cedeño has asked Panama’s Supreme Court to strike down the Comptroller General’s authority to impose unpaid leave for investigation on public workers. The case could shape how far the comptroller can intervene in personnel matters across the public sector.
Panama’s Foreign Ministry has launched the 2026 call for entry into the Diplomatic and Consular Career. The program seeks qualified professionals to represent the country and support its foreign policy abroad.
President José Raúl Mulino promoted Panama as a key connector of markets, investment, and opportunity during a congress on free trade zones. His message highlighted the country’s role as a regional logistics and commerce hub.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works is reviewing a proposed vehicle turnaround in Villa Rosario, Capira, as technical studies assess whether the location is viable. The evaluation will help determine if the road project can move ahead.
Panama City Hall will hold a public hearing on May 20 to discuss charging for parking in areas of the Capital District. The proposal could affect traffic flow and street parking in the city’s busiest zones.
President Donald Trump has named David Venturella, a former GEO Group executive, to lead ICE. The pick highlights the administration’s hard-line immigration agenda and could reverberate across Latin America.
Panama and the Dominican Republic renewed their push to strengthen trade and migration cooperation during a meeting between Presidents José Raúl Mulino and Luis Abinader. The talks took place at the World Free Zones Organization congress, underscoring the countries’ shared interest in logistics and regional commerce.
Hundreds attended the funeral of two Lebanese paramedics killed in an Israeli strike, as border violence between Israel and Lebanon continues to escalate. The killings highlight the growing civilian toll of the regional conflict.
Finance Minister Felipe Chapman backed excluding Panama’s maritime sector from the draft Law on Economic Substance now under review in the National Assembly. The move could shape how the country balances regulation with the competitiveness of a key service industry.
The U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire is stalled as talks over Hamas’s disarmament block reconstruction of the war-damaged territory. The deadlock underscores how fragile the truce remains.
Panama’s National Assembly continued its review of the Economic Substance bill, which would amend the Fiscal Code and add new tax requirements. The proposal is under committee consultation and could affect certain foreign-source passive income structures.
Panama City is moving forward with a $1.075 million plan to build 10 pocket parks in seven corregimientos after receiving only one bid. The project aims to reclaim small urban spaces and improve pedestrian conditions in the capital.
Felipe Chapman backed excluding Panama’s merchant shipping sector from economic substance rules in the Fiscal Code reform. Officials say the changes could help modernize tax rules while supporting Panama’s standing with the European Union.
Jorge Herrera said Panama’s National Assembly had 3,104 permanent employees at the start of his tenure. The figure draws attention to the size and cost of the legislative payroll.