The United States has begun a naval blockade of Iranian ports after peace talks failed in Pakistan, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The move threatens a critical global shipping lane that carries a major share of the world’s energy supplies.
Lawmakers toured Panama Metro Line 3 and highlighted progress on a project expected to benefit more than 500,000 people. The line remains a key infrastructure effort for the capital region.
A 15-year-old student died in Coronte, Ngäbe Buglé, after being swept into the Cricamola River while crossing a creek during heavy rain. The case highlights ongoing dangers for children traveling to school and home in remote Panama communities.
Panama voiced solidarity with Kuwait and called for dialogue to reduce tensions in the Gulf. The position highlights Panama’s support for diplomacy and regional stability.
Panama’s Education Ministry suspended classes in Veraguas, Bocas del Toro, and Ngäbe Buglé, urging parents to prioritize child safety and supervision. The move affects school routines across the three regions.
ENSA received Moody’s Local Panamá AAA.pa rating, the highest local-grade issuer score, reflecting its financial strength and regulated business model. The utility says the result will support investment in Panama’s electricity network.
Péter Magyar said he would take a call from Vladimir Putin and use it to press for an end to the war in Ukraine after his landslide win over Viktor Orbán. The comments raise questions about whether Hungary may shift its stance on Russia.
IDAAN says the Chilibre water plant is operating at 90% capacity while repairs continue with support from the Panama Canal Authority. The facility is key to water service in Panama City and surrounding areas.
Panama has arranged up to $2.519 billion in Swiss-franc financing from Citibank at a fixed 2.39% rate, aiming to lower debt costs and refinance maturing obligations. The deal also supports 2026 budget liquidity needs.
Panama is promoting media coverage for the IV South American Youth Games 2026, with the men’s football match between Panama and Paraguay among the featured events. The competition will be available through TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
The Chilibre water treatment plant continues operating at 90% capacity while repair work moves ahead at a pumping station. A motor was taken to ACP workshops on Monday morning as Idaan crews stayed on site to address the problem.
Panama’s Economy Ministry has signed a loan agreement with Citibank to support budget needs for 2026, with disbursement set for April 14. The move underscores the government’s financing strategy ahead of the next fiscal cycle.
Danna De León won Panama’s first medal at the 2026 South American Youth Games, taking bronze in judo’s -44 kg division in Panama City. Ian González also reached the bronze-medal match in -55 kg and finished fifth.
Panama’s meteorology institute says the country remains in neutral climate conditions, although El Niño is expected to develop around July, August and September. The outlook puts weather-sensitive sectors on alert as the Pacific continues to be monitored.
Panama’s Social Security Fund has begun paying long-overdue stipends to medical interns and residents, clearing about $1.2 million in obligations dating to February 2020. The move addresses years of delayed compensation in the public health system.
San Felipe Neri Market in Panama City will host “La Puerca del Neri” on April 15, with pork prices starting at B/.3.00. The special sale is expected to draw shoppers looking for low-cost food options.
Israeli strikes killed three Palestinians in Gaza on Monday, according to hospital officials, as the war continues to drive civilian casualties. The deaths highlight the ongoing fragility of the conflict and its wider regional impact.
IMA is holding Agroferias starting at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, offering Panama residents basic food-basket products at low cost. The fairs provide a practical shopping option for households looking to save on everyday staples.
Ángela Russo has been sworn in as Panama’s new Defensora del Pueblo and will formally take office next Thursday. She plans to meet first with outgoing ombudsperson Eduardo Leblanc before beginning her term.
Authorities arrested a suspect in connection with the August 2025 killing of a Panama Fire Department member in Herrera, La Chorrera. The case has renewed attention on security and justice in Panamá Oeste.
