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’s Security Minister rejected claims that Colón has lost control of public safety, saying security agencies remain active against crime and organized networks. The remarks come as Colón continues to be a major focus of national security concern.
Israel deported two activists more than a week after detaining them for leading an aid flotilla aimed at breaking the blockade of Gaza. The case highlights the continuing clash between humanitarian activism and Israel’s restrictions on access to the enclave.
May 10, 1989, marked a violent crackdown by Noriega’s forces against Panama’s opposition after a disputed election. The day became a defining symbol of repression in the final months of the dictatorship.
South Korea is investigating an incident in which two unidentified objects struck a Korean-operated cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The case is drawing attention because the waterway is vital to global energy shipments and international trade.
Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon killed 51 people in 24 hours, raising the death toll since April 16 to 552 and heightening fears of further escalation. The violence is part of a wider regional conflict with potential global economic fallout.
Panama is commemorating May 10, 1989, a date remembered for repression, protests and public defense of the vote during the final years of military rule. The anniversary remains a powerful symbol of the country’s path toward democracy.
Alberto Paz Rodríguez Jr., former director of Panama’s Food Agency, has died. He led the APA from June 2024 to September 2025.
Iran says it may offer assurances over its nuclear facilities, but it will not destroy uranium or move enriched material. The stance keeps nuclear diplomacy with the West fragile.
President Donald Trump said the United States will not allow Iran to advance its enriched uranium program, intensifying pressure over Tehran’s nuclear activities. The warning adds to long-running concerns about escalation and global energy security.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire, saying drone and artillery attacks caused casualties. The dispute highlights the fragility of truce efforts in the ongoing war.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire, with both sides reporting casualties from drone and artillery strikes. The breakdown highlights how difficult even temporary pauses remain in the war.
Vamos has emerged as a powerful independent bloc in Panama, winning 20 National Assembly seats and challenging the country’s traditional party system. Its rise reflects growing public frustration with corruption, patronage, and political elites.
Calls for Panama’s next constitutional reform are putting ethics at the center of the debate, including bans on immediate re-election, dual candidacies, and candidacy for those convicted of intentional crimes. The discussion is sharpened by the political vacuum seen in Colón’s Barrio Norte.
Panama’s Education Ministry has announced the 2026 Escuela para Padres schedule, a mandatory workshop connected to the PASE-U payment process. Sessions will be held regionally on May 11 across the country.
MEDUCA will begin filling teaching vacancies after several resignations tied to allegations of document falsification. The case has raised concerns about staffing continuity and document verification in public education.
Trump has rejected Iran’s response to the latest U.S. ceasefire proposal, deepening the standoff as negotiations continue through Pakistani mediators. Iran is pressing for a permanent end to the war, not just a temporary truce.
Iran has replied to a U.S. ceasefire proposal through Pakistani mediators and is pushing for a permanent end to the war as drone threats rattle Gulf states. The talks could affect energy markets and global shipping, with knock-on effects for Panama and Latin America.
Alfredo Castillero Calvo was awarded the Order of Belisario Porras and used the occasion to reflect on how trade, liberal ideas, and elite interests shaped Panama’s independence. His remarks highlighted the enduring divide between the capital and the interior.
Panama’s chamber of commerce is calling for stronger institutions, better education and long-term policies to boost international confidence. It says the country’s future depends on trusted rules, stable investment conditions and a more prepared workforce.
Russia says three Ukrainians were killed during a 24-hour period and accuses Kyiv of more than 1,000 ceasefire violations since a short truce began. The claims highlight how fragile any temporary pause in the war remains.