The conflict in Iran entered its 24th day as the Strait of Hormuz remained at a virtual standstill, contributing to a global surge in fuel prices and raising concerns for shipping and import-dependent economies.
MEDUCA said it will relocate students of Colegio Elena Chávez de Piñate to a temporary school, stressing that the move prioritizes student welfare; details remain pending.
Al Jazeera reports that civilian targets have been struck by Israel, the United States and Iran, prompting questions about possible breaches of international humanitarian law and the need for independent scrutiny.
MiAmbiente says 144 passengers from the cruise Le Champlain visited Coiba National Park under strict environmental controls, with authorities supervising the activity to protect the protected area.
Recent Middle East unrest highlights growing westward risks for South Asia, showing that demographic, economic and cultural ties to the Middle East now matter as much as eastward Indo-Pacific links.
Panama City’s mayoral office has decreed a full-day closure of businesses and a ban on alcohol sales in the Panama district on Good Friday, April 3, 2026. Residents and visitors should plan accordingly.
A state of emergency has been declared for La Gallinaza after sediment, waste and irregular construction reduced a creek’s capacity, raising flood risk in Juan Díaz and Don Bosco.
Israel’s far-right finance minister Smotrich has urged annexing southern Lebanon up to the Litani River amid rising attacks on Lebanon, raising concerns about regional escalation and diplomatic fallout.
Panama’s national team, led by Michael Amir Murillo, has begun camp in Durban with staggered arrivals and recovery-focused sessions as it prepares for two World Cup 2026 friendlies against South Africa.
Parents and students at Colegio Elena Chávez de Pinate in Juan Díaz protested on March 23, 2026, demanding infrastructure improvements so in-person classes can resume.
UDELAS unveiled plans for the CIAES in Tolé, Chiriquí, presenting the order to begin construction at the 2026 Tolé fair; the center aims to bring care, rehab and training to over 12,000 residents.
Yuliana Denis del Rosario, 33, won the main prize at the 69th Feria Internacional de David: a 3,000 m² lot in Boquete Canyon Village, valued at over $115,000 and sponsored by Banco Davivienda.
Sinaproc has maintained a watch for windy conditions and high UV across Panama’s Pacific and Caribbean coasts, urging people to take preventive measures for sea safety and sun protection.
Senior Iranian officials denied reports that Iran held talks with the United States, rejecting claims of direct diplomatic contact amid long-standing tensions.
A recent study warns the Panamanian Pacific faces growing threats from overfishing, pollution and invasive species, jeopardizing critical habitats and long-term sustainability.
ASEP has published a timeline for the entry of a new third mobile operator in Panama, outlining a phased rollout that could reshape competition, pricing and coverage.
Following a global fuel price rise tied to the Middle East conflict, experts are urging Panamanian households to rethink budgets and prioritize essential spending to cope with higher energy-related costs.
A March 2026 report says the shutdown of Cobre Panama has prompted intervention by President José Raúl Mulino and could foreshadow tighter global copper supplies.
Former US diplomat Kurt Campbell predicts an amicable Trump‑Xi summit in Beijing despite disruptions from the Iran conflict, citing both leaders’ focus on stability and short‑term deliverables.
The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and the destroyer USS Gridley will visit Panama from March 29 to April 2, 2026, with the carrier anchoring offshore and the destroyer at Amador Cruise Port in Panama City.