Panama City is improving 600 meters of sidewalks on Calle Oceanía in Pueblo Nuevo to boost pedestrian mobility and accessibility. The project includes wider walkways, grass strips, and tactile paving for people with visual disabilities.
A U.S.-participated inspection of the Bridge of the Americas after an explosion has concluded, and the report will be delivered next week to Panama’s public works ministry and President Mulino. The bridge’s importance to canal traffic and national mobility makes the findings especially significant.
The Foundation for the Development of Citizen Freedom warned that the Comptroller’s involvement in a judicial proceeding could threaten Panama’s institutional balance. The group said the episode raises concerns for democratic governance and trust in the rule of law.
Russia has ordered a brief Orthodox Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, but Kyiv is treating the move with caution after repeated broken truces. The pause could offer short relief if it holds, though its real test will be battlefield behavior.
Panama City remains one of the region’s safer capitals, but security varies by neighborhood and petty theft is still a concern in crowded areas. Safer districts, transport tips, and areas requiring caution stand out in the city’s latest safety picture.
Panama welcomed regional Italian chambers of commerce as officials highlighted the country’s role as a hub for investment and trade. Government and business leaders pointed to logistics, industry, agriculture, and services as key areas for deeper cooperation.
U.S. engineers are inspecting Panama’s Bridge of the Americas after a fire. The technical report is scheduled to be delivered to the Ministry of Public Works on April 13.
Police in Arraiján arrested three men after a ride-hailing driver was assaulted and her vehicle stolen in Bique. The case highlights growing safety concerns for platform drivers in the Panama metro area.
A federal trade court is hearing a challenge to Trump’s latest global tariffs after the Supreme Court blocked his earlier, broader plan. The case could reshape presidential power over trade and ripple through global supply chains.
Panama has enabled registration for a fuel subsidy for transport operators and posted a step-by-step guide on the ATTT website. The move is intended to make the application process easier and more accessible.
Panama came from behind to defeat Aruba 3-1 in Concacaf W qualifying at Penonomé, with goals from Riley Tanner, Arlén Hernández and Karla Riley. The result gives Panama a valuable boost ahead of its next match against Cuba.
Panama lawmakers have unified three proposals into one bill on discounts for retirees and pensioners. The measure aims to organize benefits for seniors under a single legislative framework.
Darién leads Panama’s Harpy Eagle stronghold, with the species concentrated in key protected forests and supported by community conservation efforts. Officials say the population remains stable but still faces habitat and awareness challenges.
Acodeco sanctioned a Changuinola–David transport unit for failing to display fares and required discount notices for passengers. The case highlights Panama’s consumer rules on transparency in public transport.
Seventy-five families in Santa Isabel, Colón, received the keys to new homes built by the Ministry of Housing. The project benefits about 400 people across several coastal communities in Costa Arriba.
Independent lawmakers in Panama have taken the government to court over vehicle plates that include the slogan “Con Paso Firme.” The case raises questions about political messaging on mandatory public documents and the authority of the ATTT.
Panamanian lawmakers from Vamos have taken their challenge against the “Con paso firme” slogan on vehicle plates to the Supreme Court. The case tests whether the transit authority acted within its legal powers.
Panama’s ship registry is holding steady despite intensified Chinese inspections that have raised concerns across the global shipping industry. The development highlights the continuing importance of the Panamanian flag in international trade.
U.S. Army engineers have begun inspecting the Bridge of the Americas after a fire and explosion at its base forced traffic restrictions. Panama officials expect a technical report next week to guide decisions on reopening and possible repairs.
Panama’s National Bar Association criticized the conduct of Comptroller’s Office officials during a proceeding at the Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office. The dispute adds to broader debate over institutional limits and anticorruption procedures.
