Panama’s National Energy Secretariat has announced a notable increase in gasoline prices effective this Friday, with regional rates published for Panama and Colón and some grades rising by about 30 cents.
An investor has filed a $140 million ICSID arbitration against Panama after authorities cancelled a licence for a power plant project, according to EIN Presswire.
Cobre Panamá held community cleaning days and promoted new hiring in Donoso and La Pintada in coordination with local authorities; residents expressed gratitude while details on job numbers were not disclosed.
MAFIZ held its awards ceremony at the 29th Málaga Film Festival, with Panama represented by Deputy Minister Arianne Benedetti and filmmakers including Mariel García Spooner and Risseth Yangüez.
EIN Presswire reports CK Hutchison says Panama missed an arbitration response deadline; the source gives few details and Panama has not been quoted in that report.
A Panama-Germany Economic Meeting emphasized stronger trade alliances centered on investment, logistics and advanced manufacturing, noting German involvement in sectors like pharmaceuticals.
Panama will face South Africa in two friendly internationals, with Panama ranked 33rd and South Africa 60th; the matches are seen as a competitive test and opportunity to evaluate squads.
Panama joined Bahrain, Japan, Singapore and the UAE in a joint proposal to create a safe corridor to free about 20,000 seafarers stranded in the Gulf region, seeking a coordinated, humanitarian solution to disrupted crew changes.
EIN Presswire reports Panama missed a deadline to operate major Panama Canal ports, deepening a dispute over control of the facilities and raising questions about trade and governance.
Athlete Hanna is seeking Central American and Caribbean (CAC) qualification at a senior regional meet in Panama City this weekend, aiming to build on a recent gold-medal finish and follow up with competition in Guatemala.
At a Panama–Germany Economic Meeting, officials and business representatives highlighted investment and logistics cooperation, noting German business activity in advanced manufacturing and pharmaceuticals in Panama.
Hutchison has intensified criticism of Panama in a port terminal dispute, alleging unconstitutional actions, a “radical occupation,” and improper seizure of investor documents, raising concerns about foreign investment.
EIN Presswire has named Panama City among the 15 best international places to visit in April 2026, highlighting the Panama Canal Railway and the restaurant Maito.
Operation Trillizas led to arrests in Chiriquí as authorities dismantled a child pornography ring, with reporting also referencing Bocas del Toro. Official updates are expected.
An American tourist in her 60s drowned at Las Lajas Beach in Chiriquí Province on March 18, 2026. Emergency crews attempted resuscitation but the victim did not survive.
Chiquita has restarted limited banana production in Panama as a trial ahead of restarting exports, testing readiness across cultivation and supply-chain operations.
An EIN Presswire report describes how a private vault facility in Panama City has become a discreet hub for global wealth protection, highlighting factors that draw international clients.
Panama’s Social Security Fund filed a criminal complaint after alleged theft and loss of medicines in Chiriquí; prosecutors have launched an investigation to find those responsible.
An EIN Presswire analysis argues that Beijing’s response to Panama’s policy shift highlights risks to ports, infrastructure and future foreign direct investment, citing the Panama Ports Company.
A CK Hutchison unit says Panama failed to respond to a lawsuit over a ports seizure, while Panamanian authorities have issued rebuttals and administrative filings, the report says.