The Panama Metro will use special Holy Week hours to meet increased passenger demand tied to religious activities and recreational travel. The change is meant to improve mobility during one of the busiest holiday periods.
Ten years after the Panama Papers, Panama remains tied to a global debate over offshore secrecy, transparency, and financial reform. The leak’s legacy still shapes the country’s international reputation and regulatory pressure.
Panama is listed among the teams in the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining CONCACAF nations in the 48-team tournament. The new format gives more countries a place on football’s biggest stage.
China has detained and intensified inspections of Panama-flagged vessels in its ports after Panama canceled a port contract involving a Hong Kong-based company. The move raises pressure on Panama’s maritime sector and its global ship registry.
Ten years after the Panama Papers, the global crackdown on tax evasion and offshore secrecy is still underway. The leak continues to shape investigations, policy, and Panama’s international image.
China and Vietnam have entered a quieter phase in their South China Sea dispute, even as Hanoi protests continued Chinese dredging near the Paracels. The restraint reflects a pragmatic effort to avoid escalation in one of Asia’s most sensitive maritime flashpoints.
The United States has backed Panama after China was accused of detaining Panama-flagged ships in a dispute linked to the canal. The case highlights the canal’s strategic importance and Panama’s role in global shipping.
China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels has drawn concerns over possible pressure on Panama’s rule of law. The dispute highlights the country’s strategic role in global shipping and maritime diplomacy.
Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi was gravely wounded in an attack on his home, in an incident unfolding amid soaring tensions with the US and Israel. The assault has heightened concern about political violence and possible regional escalation.
Marco Rubio warned that China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels after a Panamanian court ruling against CK Hutchison could undermine rule of law and trade. The dispute underscores Panama’s outsized role in global shipping.
Russia is offering students large financial incentives to join drone units as the war in Ukraine drags on and manpower needs intensify. The push highlights how unmanned warfare is reshaping recruitment and battlefield strategy.
Marco Rubio voiced serious concern over China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships, drawing attention to Panama’s global shipping role. The case highlights how disputes involving Panamanian vessels can quickly become diplomatic issues.
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino met with Gen. Donovan and U.S. officials in Panama to discuss security cooperation, canal protection, and counter-narcotics efforts. The talks highlighted the strategic importance of the Panama Canal and bilateral ties.
Marco Rubio said China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels after a Panamanian court ruling raises serious concerns. The case spotlights Panama’s outsized role in global shipping and its diplomatic exposure in maritime disputes.
The Panamanian Baseball Federation will resume the interrupted Mayor League game between Veraguas and Los Santos, with both teams still fighting for a Round of Eight spot. The contest was halted after a brawl and now returns with playoff implications on the line.
U.S. planners once explored using nuclear explosions to help build a sea-level canal through Panama. The idea surfaced during a tense Cold War period and reflected the geopolitical weight of the Panama Canal.
The United States once studied nuclear explosives for major excavation projects in Panama and Colombia during the 1960s. The idea has resurfaced as global attention turns to shipping risks near the Strait of Hormuz.
Panama’s Education Ministry has launched a $28.9 million tender to equip science laboratories in 73 schools nationwide. The project covers 193 classrooms and includes installation and training.
Panama is raising gasoline and diesel prices as global oil markets stay volatile, while expanding subsidies to cushion consumers and transport operators. The move adds pressure to public finances just as Holy Week travel increases fuel demand.
A tense National Assembly session over Panama’s child welfare shelters ended in more confusion, highlighting ongoing doubts about accountability at Senniaf. The episode renewed concerns that politics is obstructing meaningful reform.