Panama’s supreme court cancelled a concession held by a subsidiary of a Chinese company, prompting Beijing’s rebuke while the president assured that Panama Canal operations and ports will continue as usual.
Task & Purpose reports a U.S. Army unit originally formed for Afghanistan will now lead a jungle school in the Republic of Panama, reflecting post-Afghanistan training shifts.
Leaders from Latin America and the Caribbean visited the Panama Canal’s Cocolí Locks during the 2026 CAF economic forum for briefings on operations, sustainability and regional trade integration.
TVN Media and the Feria de La Chorrera announced a strategic alliance on Jan. 29, 2026. The partnership links a national broadcaster with a major local fair, with further details expected.
Panama’s Minister of Government told lawmakers the community justice of the peace system was in disarray after Law 467 shifted offices to ministry control. Interim appointments are now underway ahead of a broader call for judges in April.
José Gabriel Carrizo se encuentra en la sede de la DIJ tras ser aprehendido a su regreso de Guatemala por una investigación por presunto enriquecimiento injustificado.
The Panama Canal Authority and Monjasa signed a five-year cooperation agreement to fund SDG-aligned projects in the Panama Canal Watershed, focusing on environmental protection, decarbonization, and community development.
Panama City Hall will offer a 10% discount on annual tax payments for businesses and advertising taxes paid in full during January 2026. The benefit can be processed through Alcaldía Digital or at municipal payment centers.
Partial closures in Ancón and on the Pan-American Highway will support utility relocation for the Fourth Bridge project over the Panama Canal. The work is scheduled for January 5 to 31 and may cause temporary traffic delays.
Panama’s National Assembly opened its 2026 ordinary session on January 2, with President José Raúl Mulino delivering a message that reviewed his administration and outlined priorities. The session begins a year of legislative debate on justice, mining, public finances and reforms.
The Panama Canal Authority marked 26 years under Panamanian administration, highlighting the 2016 expansion, B/.31.231 billion transferred to the treasury, and a 2025 roadmap focused on sustainability and strategic projects.
Panama City Hall will require all photovoltaic building plan filings to be submitted digitally starting January 8, 2026. The change is part of the municipality’s broader push to modernize services.
Co‑investment and low‑cost technology have helped Darién park rangers reduce illegal logging, mining and poaching across 575,000 hectares, offering a potential model to curb deforestation elsewhere.
El delantero panameño vuelve a la institución tras ganar el campeonato chileno con Coquimbo Unido.
Panama’s draft fiscal reform is drawing scrutiny from tax experts and lawyers as the government seeks to meet EU tax standards and exit the blacklist in 2026. Critics want more time and clearer rules to avoid harming investment and productive sectors.
The Panama Canal Administration delivered B/.2.965 billion to the National Treasury for FY2025, reflecting strong operational results, higher transits and restored lake levels.
Etesa said it will suspend payments to companies linked to active judicial cases, including one tied to ex-lawmaker Héctor Brands, as lawmakers debated a $13 million debt transfer. The move intensified scrutiny over transparency and how state entities handle pending obligations.
TVN Media announced a $100,000 donation to Teletón 20-30, saying the gift reflects its focus on society, environment and governance. The company framed the contribution as part of its CSR commitments.
The Panama Canal Authority and the Panamanian Soccer Federation announced an alliance to support national teams, youth development and community programs, emphasizing unity as Panama heads to the 2026 World Cup.
TVN Noticias won awards in two categories at the 2025 UNICEF–CELAP journalism prizes focused on children and adolescents, part of an initiative to boost media coverage of youth issues.