President José Raúl Mulino said the Executive Branch is not interfering in National Assembly appointments, including the new Ombudsman and a magistrate of the Electoral Tribunal. He framed the decisions as the legislature’s responsibility and stressed the need for institutional cooperation.
Panama’s 2026 South American Youth Games will be shown live on TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube. The event will spotlight rising athletes and regional competition in Panama.
Panama has hired four Cuban lawyers to defend ten nationals detained in Havana since Feb. 28 over alleged anti-government graffiti. The case has prompted embassy visits, ministerial talks and a request for family visits.
INADEH, ITSE and MEDUCA are joining efforts to strengthen technical training in Panama and position it as a driver of economic growth. The move highlights the country’s push to better align education with workforce needs.
Panama has asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to help diagnose the water crisis in Azuero, where contamination of the La Villa and Estibaná rivers has left tap water unsafe to drink. Authorities say well drilling, plant repairs and other contingency measures are ongoing while they prepare a longer-term plan.
Panamanian police arrested a Honduran man wanted in a U.S. drug investigation as he tried to leave through Tocumen International Airport. Authorities say he was linked to a transnational cocaine trafficking network operating across the region.
Panamanian agencies and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are jointly assessing the Bridge of the Americas after a recent concern prompted a coordinated response. The review highlights the bridge’s importance to Panama’s transport network and canal-area operations.
A $4 million payment tied to a Panama Canal line-jumping arrangement highlights how congestion can drive up shipping costs. The episode underscores the canal’s central role in global trade and Panama’s economy.
Portobelo will mark the seventh Festival de la Pollera Congo on May 2 with parades, music, food and a tribute to Congo queen Catalina. The celebration spotlights Afro-Panamanian heritage and UNESCO-recognized cultural tradition.
Small Panamanian pineapples are gaining traction in Turkey as producers pursue quality-focused export strategies. The shift shows how Panama is expanding agricultural sales into niche international markets.
The Panama Canal says the Mendoza water treatment plant is operating at 75% capacity and should return to full service within hours. Full normalization is expected by Friday.
Senan seized nearly three tons of drugs in two days in Colón and the Pearl Islands, including cocaine hidden in a boat and in containers bound for Belgium. The arrests add to a year-to-date total of 24.5 tons seized nationwide.
PedidosYa’s ongoing work stoppage in Panama is leaving some customers without orders and facing delays in refunds. Users are reporting charges for canceled deliveries while the driver shortage continues.
Panama’s cultural calendar will feature the first Jazz Experience in Pedasí on May 30, alongside the Chamber Music Festival from May 7 to 16. Both events expand live music programming beyond Panama City.
Panama enters a demanding World Cup group that could be among the tournament’s toughest, setting up a major test for Thomas Christiansen’s squad. The draw puts Panama in a position where every match could shape its path forward.
Jaime Barroso was elected principal magistrate of Panama’s Electoral Tribunal with 52 votes, while Alfredo Juncá received 18. Gilberto Estrada was also chosen as substitute magistrate.
Panamanian footballers Fidel Escobar and Tomás Rodríguez won a league title with Deportivo Saprissa in Costa Rica. The achievement adds momentum for Panama’s players ahead of a June friendly against Brazil.
Three Vamos deputies broke with their caucus and voted for Jaime Barroso in Panama’s Electoral Tribunal race, while the rest backed Alfredo Juncá’s reelection. The split highlights internal differences inside the opposition bloc during a key institutional vote.
The National Assembly has appointed Jaime Barroso as Panama’s new Electoral Tribunal magistrate for a 10-year term. The post carries a salary of $14,000 and a central role in the country’s election system.
Panama’s Supreme Court declared illegal a lottery contract addendum that authorized Lotto and Pega 3. The ruling raises new questions about the legal basis for public lottery agreements.
