Panama and Bahrain reviewed how tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could affect global trade, highlighting risks to shipping, energy flows and supply chains. The discussion also points to Panama’s interest in protecting the stability of its own maritime hub.
Ponant Explorations has added Panama to a new winter 2027-28 luxury voyage lineup across the Americas. The move highlights Panama’s growing appeal in high-end expedition cruising.
Seven people were detained in Panama during an international operation against child sexual exploitation, with raids carried out in Panama province and Chiriquí. The case highlights growing cross-border efforts to target crimes against minors.
Panama faces a crucial three-year period marked by solid growth forecasts, rising debt, and a high-stakes decision on Cobre Panamá. The bigger challenge is turning short-term fiscal improvement into lasting reform and public trust.
Executive mobility is becoming a new indicator of Panama’s investment climate, with speed and service quality now tied to business confidence. The country’s challenge is turning its strategic location into a smoother experience for decision-makers.
Copa Airlines has ordered 60 more Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in a $13.5 billion deal, expanding its fleet and reinforcing Panama’s role as a regional air hub. The purchase adds to 40 planes already on order.
Copa Airlines has agreed to buy up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, a major fleet expansion that supports its Panama-based hub strategy. The order reinforces Tocumen International Airport’s role as a key connector in the Americas.
Panama weather officials are warning of sudden river rises as intense rain falls in short periods, raising the risk of flash flooding. Residents are being urged to take precautions in flood-prone areas.
Copa Airlines has ordered 60 more Boeing 737 MAX jets in a $13.5 billion deal, expanding one of the largest fleet commitments in Panama’s aviation sector. The move strengthens the airline’s long-term growth plans through its Panama hub.
Amnesty International is pushing for a war-crime investigation into a U.S. strike on a migrant detention facility in Yemen that killed at least 68 detainees. The case raises fresh questions about civilian protection and accountability in the Yemen war.
Panama’s National Assembly advanced reforms to the law governing Pandeportes, with lawmakers focusing on sports federations, patronatos, and governance. The proposal also comes as budget requests tied to major sports venues and events move forward.
Panama Canal leadership is advancing development projects aimed at strengthening the waterway’s role in global trade while balancing investor interests and public value. The transformation reflects Panama’s effort to keep the canal competitive and strategically important.
ECLAC says Panama must update its investment strategy by focusing less on low costs and more on productivity, innovation, and talent. The regional body points to logistics strengths, but also gaps in education and research.
Panama’s first World Cup goal remains a powerful national memory as the country looks ahead to another tournament. The milestone helped define the team’s rise on the international stage.
Children in Gaza are suffering severe burns, breathing injuries and lifelong disabilities as the territory’s health system collapses under the war. The crisis highlights the lasting civilian cost of conflict and the urgent need for humanitarian care.
Panama’s Pacific upwelling has weakened after decades of seasonal reliability, putting marine life, fisheries, and coastal ecosystems at risk. The change underscores how vulnerable the country’s ocean systems are to environmental shifts.
Panama is short on scientists and specialists in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, health and climate-related fields critical to future growth. Authorities say closing the gap will require stronger training, more scholarships and closer links between universities and business.
Copa Airlines has agreed to buy up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX jets in a deal valued at around $13.5 billion at list prices. The purchase strengthens Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub.
Panama Canal fees are climbing as oil cargoes shift away from the Middle East and increase demand for the route. The change underscores the canal’s central role in global energy shipping and Panama’s economy.
Two months of war have battered ordinary Iranians with job losses and shortages, but the state remains intact and hard-liners appear stronger. The conflict is deepening economic pain without delivering political collapse.