Panama’s economic substance debate is centered on better tax collection, stronger transparency and a more attractive investment climate. Supporters say the measure could help create real jobs, improve competitiveness and support the country’s international standing.
Panama and Costa Rica are coordinating border health measures after a Dutch traveler with measles entered the region. Officials are also vaccinating frontline workers at the crossing.
Former Panama international Darwin Pinzón was arrested by police in La Chorrera after officers confirmed an active capture order tied to an alleged attempted homicide case in San Miguelito. The case has drawn wide attention because of his profile in Panamanian football.
Ride-hailing drivers in Panama are raising security concerns after recent contract killings left innocent victims dead. They plan to discuss safety measures with the government during talks on sector regulation.
Protesters have blocked major roads across Bolivia, demanding President Luis Arce’s resignation and disrupting travel, commerce and daily life nationwide.
Panama will face Brazil in a friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. as part of its preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The match will air on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Panama’s health regions have activated epidemiological surveillance after an imported measles case linked to a traveler from the Netherlands who visited Bocas del Toro. Nearly 400 contacts are being monitored nationwide.
Panama’s foreign minister said efforts continue for seven Panamanians detained in Cuba, with authorities providing assistance as judicial proceedings move ahead. The government remains engaged through diplomatic channels.
Panama’s telecom authority has launched an investor portal to promote the local market as interest grows in a new mobile operator. Between three and four companies are reportedly evaluating the opportunity.
Residents of Panama Oeste continue relying on informal transport as regulated service falls short of demand and traffic worsens daily commutes. The pressure is pushing calls for safer, better integrated mobility planning tied to Metro Line 3 and neighborhood feeder routes.
Panama has created four new cancer commissions to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, and treatment coordination. The key question now is whether the government can turn the formal structure into measurable results.
Mango is more than a favorite fruit in Panama: it is a cultural staple, a backyard tree in thousands of homes, and a crop with growing agricultural value. Producers and officials see room to strengthen pest control, postharvest handling, and production.
TVN Media has partnered to promote “Mosaico Panamá,” a campaign centered on multiculturalism, freedom and respect as foundations of Panama’s identity. The initiative highlights the country’s diversity as a key part of national unity.
Panama’s Executive Branch has named Banco Nacional as the official paying agent for CEPANIM certificates tied to pensioners. The move centralizes the payment process through one of the country’s main state banks.
Operation Smile is providing more than 120 free surgeries for children in Chiriquí, continuing 35 years of cleft care in Panama. The campaign is helping low-income families access specialized treatment closer to home.
Playa La Barqueta in Chiriquí has recorded the most water rescues in the province this year, driven in part by heavy weekend and holiday crowds. Sinaproc is urging beachgoers to stay alert to sea conditions and follow safety guidance.
MiBus reported higher passenger numbers during the first four months of the year and said it has introduced targeted operational measures to keep service running smoothly. The move reflects the importance of public transit in Panama City as demand continues to grow.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has handed management of the Protected Landscape of Isla Escudo de Veraguas-Degó to its regional office in Ngäbe Buglé. The move centralizes conservation, protection, and surveillance duties closer to the protected area.
Movida and Bank of China Panama are preparing bond offerings in Panama, highlighting continued activity in the country’s capital markets. The deals underscore Panama’s role as a regional financing hub.
The University of Panama has taken part in the discovery of new tree species, reinforcing the country’s importance as a Mesoamerican biological corridor. The finding adds to Panama’s growing scientific and environmental relevance.