Venezuelan migrants turned away at the US border are stranded in Miramar, Panama, living in tents and abandoned houses as they await risky boat passage to Colombia.
A joint report by Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica finds more than 14,000 people, mainly Venezuelans, who were heading to the US have turned back south amid tighter U.S. immigration policies, facing limited funds and threats from criminal gangs.
Casco Viejo in Panama City is gaining attention for offering an affordable lifestyle, accessible visa options and a rich cultural setting that appeals to visitors and prospective residents.
TVN Media and Sumarse signed an agreement to promote the 14th Semana de la Responsabilidad Empresarial in Panama. The event will focus on sustainability, innovation, and responsible business growth.
Ciudad del Saber and TVN Media have joined forces in Panama to promote knowledge-sharing and broaden the reach of educational and social content. The alliance highlights the growing role of media partnerships in public engagement.
The Guardian reports that migrants deported during the Trump era, including people from Afghanistan and Nigeria, are stranded in Panama and repeatedly pressed to board repatriation flights despite serious risks to their safety.
Panama’s comptroller general filed two cases in the supreme court against owners of two strategic ports after a failed sale to a BlackRock–MSC consortium, a move framed amid US–China rivalry and seen as a political win for Donald Trump.
Panama’s Health Ministry is offering free yellow fever vaccines to travelers heading to South American countries where the disease is circulating. The vaccine is available in Corozal, and some groups can instead apply for a travel certificate.
At a congressional hearing, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon maintains contingency plans that include Greenland and Panama, stressing the department must plan for any contingency.
Forbes contributor Javier Bastardo reports that Panama’s emerging Bitcoin strategy centers on enabling tax payments in Bitcoin and introducing regulatory measures, signaling a cautious but practical approach to integrating cryptocurrency into the formal economy.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell told leaders in Panama that only strong greenhouse gas cuts can restore economic stability, stressing that clear government signals are needed to unlock private investment as drought has put pressure on the Panama Canal and global trade.
Camera footage from a small Panamanian island shows capuchin monkeys carrying at least 11 baby howlers during 2022–2023; scientists say the abductions likely occurred in the trees.
Health advocates protested outside Panama’s National Assembly to demand debate on a bill requiring front-of-package nutritional warning labels. Supporters say the measure is needed to help address rising obesity and diabetes rates, especially among children.
President Trump demanded free passage for US military and commercial vessels through the Panama Canal and directed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to act immediately, a move that raises diplomatic and legal questions for Panama.
The U.S.-China trade war is deepening pressure on LNG traffic through the Panama Canal, which has already been hit hard by drought-driven route changes. The bigger risk for the canal may be container shipping, as tariffs begin to reshape global trade flows.
A recent visit by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to Panama City’s Hilton Hotel drew criticism and renewed debate over U.S. influence and Panama’s sovereignty, highlighting long-standing sensitivities in bilateral relations.
Panamanian opposition leaders have accused the US of a “camouflaged invasion” after reports that US troops were moved to Panama following a visit by US defence secretary Pete Hegseth, a claim underscored by Donald Trump’s remark that “We’ve moved a lot of troops to Panama.”
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth suggested reviving US military bases in Panama to “secure” the canal; Panama’s government quickly rejected the proposal, citing sovereignty concerns.
Panama said the United States recognized its sovereignty over the canal after talks that also addressed U.S. concerns about Chinese influence in local infrastructure. The discussion comes as Panama seeks to balance strategic ties with both Washington and Beijing.
A Panamanian audit says a Hong Kong firm overseeing two key Panama Canal ports breached its contract, spotlighting competition from US and Chinese firms in the country’s port sector.