Panama and the Dominican Republic are pressing free zones to move beyond tax incentives and low-cost storage toward technology, advanced manufacturing and logistics. The discussion at a major congress in Panama City highlighted how both countries want to deepen trade and investment.
Panama’s National Lottery has deployed its own system to process pending Lotto and Pega 3 payouts after the electronic platform was shut down. Officials also extended prize-claim deadlines for winning tickets tied to active draws.
Residents on streets 6 and 7 of Balboa Avenue in Colón are complaining about garbage buildup and stagnant water that are causing foul odors. The situation is raising sanitation concerns in the neighborhood.
Panama recorded 790 bird species during Global Big Day 2026, according to MiAmbiente, beating last year’s tally. The result highlights the country’s rich biodiversity and eco-tourism appeal.
Prosecutors in Colón have launched an investigation after human remains were found in a wooded area. Authorities are collecting evidence to identify the victim and determine who may be responsible.
Hundreds attended the funeral of two Lebanese paramedics killed in an Israeli strike, as border violence between Israel and Lebanon continues to escalate. The killings highlight the growing civilian toll of the regional conflict.
Panama’s MIDA Canine Unit seized more than 286 kilos of agricultural products at Tocumen Airport in April during non-intrusive biosecurity inspections. The effort helps protect the country from phytosanitary and zoosanitary risks.
Panama City’s municipality will hold a public hearing on extending business hours during the World Cup. The proposal is aimed at boosting commerce as the tournament drives local economic activity.
IFARHU is advancing verification for PASE-U 2026 beneficiaries while preparing pilot schools to test a new card-based payment system. The move could change how education aid is delivered to students across Panama.
Finance Minister Felipe Chapman backed excluding Panama’s maritime sector from the draft Law on Economic Substance now under review in the National Assembly. The move could shape how the country balances regulation with the competitiveness of a key service industry.
Panama’s Ministry of Labor has posted new job openings in Darién and Panama province on its portal. The vacancies are meant to connect employers with local job seekers through an official platform.
Parents near Escuela El Mirador in San Miguelito say repeated shootings in the area are putting children at risk and deepening community fear. Some of the gunfire between criminal groups has been recorded by residents.
The U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire is stalled as talks over Hamas’s disarmament block reconstruction of the war-damaged territory. The deadlock underscores how fragile the truce remains.
President José Raúl Mulino used the World Free Zones Congress in Panama to invite sector leaders to invest in the country. The event highlights Panama’s push to strengthen its role as a regional logistics and commerce hub.
Panama will send 11 drivers to the 2026 Latin American Karting Championship in Costa Rica, where more than 200 racers from the region will compete. The lineup spans several categories and highlights the growth of karting in the country.
Panama’s National Assembly continued its review of the Economic Substance bill, which would amend the Fiscal Code and add new tax requirements. The proposal is under committee consultation and could affect certain foreign-source passive income structures.
Alianza FC will face Veraguas United this Saturday night in an LPF matchup set for live broadcast across TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube. The game adds another important chapter to Panama’s top-flight football schedule.
Fedebeis said more than 100,000 fans attended stadiums during Panama’s national baseball championship. The federation also addressed accident insurance payments for the Mayor and Juvenil tournaments.
Felipe Baloy has named Panama’s 23-man U-17 squad for the Canteras de América tournament in Rosario, Argentina, as part of preparation for Qatar 2026. Panama opens group play against Alianza Lima on May 17.
Veraguas’ agricultural authorities are increasing oversight and support for producers after Panama declared an El Niño alert. The effort is aimed at reducing the climate event’s impact on farming in the province.