CCIAP has endorsed Ilya Espino de Marotta’s appointment to lead the Panama Canal, calling it a historic milestone and a sign of technical merit. The business sector says her leadership will be crucial as the Canal faces water, climate, and infrastructure challenges.
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa voiced support for Venezuelans during María Corina Machado’s visit to Panama City, where she met opposition leaders and diaspora groups. Machado said she intends to run in future free elections and thanked Panama for backing Venezuela’s democratic cause.
Marco Rubio said any final deal with Iran depends on Tehran never obtaining a nuclear weapon, while Trump said an agreement is largely negotiated. The outcome could matter for Panama through shipping, energy prices, and global trade stability.
Spanish police have tied businessman Julio Martínez Martínez to an alleged influence network linked to the Plus Ultra bailout and former premier José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. The case centers on public funds, offshore companies, and the political use of business contacts.
Iran says it will secure the Strait of Hormuz under a “new regional order” as talks with Washington move toward a deal that could reopen the crucial shipping lane. The standoff matters far beyond the Gulf because disruptions there can ripple through global energy and maritime trade.
Derek Jeter’s rise from a sixth-round pick to Yankees captain remains one of baseball’s great success stories. His career numbers, postseason moments and defensive style made him an enduring global icon.
Bhutan is building a new international airport in Gelephu to open its southern region to more travelers while preserving its tightly managed tourism model. The project is tied to a larger plan for a mindfulness-focused city and new transport links with India.
A foreign worker was dismissed after an assault at the Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal project, prompting a strong response from Panama’s labor ministry. Officials said repatriation proceedings have begun and workplace respect must be enforced.
President José Raúl Mulino defended Panama’s stance in its trade dispute with Costa Rica, saying his duty is to protect Panamanian producers. He also said no energy sales to Costa Rica have been approved.
Attacks on Ebola treatment centers in eastern DR Congo are worsening as mistrust grows over safe burial practices. The violence is undermining efforts to contain a possible outbreak in a region already battered by conflict.
At Centroamérica Cuenta in Panama, Eduardo Sacheri and Luis Chaves discussed how football has shaped their writing, from childhood memories to literary storytelling. The conversation showed why the sport remains one of the most powerful cultural references in Latin America.
Oleksandr Usyk held onto his heavyweight crown after a tough battle, reinforcing his status as the division’s benchmark. His win keeps the title picture focused on the next major challenger.
Panama’s Savings Fund posted a positive return in the first quarter of 2026 despite global market turbulence and benchmark losses. Managers said the result reflects a long-term, diversified strategy built to withstand volatility.
CSS executive Marcos Young says Panama’s health system needs better coordination, more prevention and a major change in staff culture to improve patient care. He also highlighted gains in radiotherapy, chemotherapy and kidney disease prevention.
Peru’s June 7 runoff pits Keiko Fujimori against Roberto Sánchez in a race driven by fear and rejection rather than enthusiasm. The winner will face a fragmented Congress, deep public distrust and a difficult governing environment.
Adalberto Carrasquilla could become only the second Panamanian to win a Liga MX title as Pumas face Cruz Azul in the Clausura 2026 final. The midfielder’s role may be pivotal after helping create a late chance in the goalless first leg.
Panama’s gangs are increasingly operating as fragmented criminal networks tied to international drug trafficking, police say. Authorities are also tracking maritime routes that move narcotics through the country’s coasts and ports.
Panama’s coasts are under pressure from drug-trafficking networks using fast boats, fishing-style vessels, and container shipments. Authorities have seized 31.4 tons of drugs so far in 2026 as traffickers keep changing routes.
Residents in Puente del Rey say illegal dumping is again clogging Rio Abajo in Parque Lefevre, raising fears of flooding and renewed pollution. Authorities and community groups are maintaining weekly cleanup and monitoring efforts, but neighbors say trucks keep returning at night.
Panama taxpayers can ask the DGI to correct errors in their tax current accounts, but the process is time-bound and must follow formal notice rules. The procedure can affect credits, balances, and the right to appeal.