Author: Editorial Team

Spanish energy company Naturgy has started building a new electrical substation in Panama’s Pacifico Special Economic Zone. The project aims to strengthen power supply for the rapidly growing industrial and commercial hub near Panama City. Company officials confirmed the construction is in an advanced stage this week. The substation will feature cutting-edge equipment designed to handle increasing electricity demand. It will serve businesses, schools, and residential communities in the area. Naturgy is investing in this infrastructure to support the Panama Pacifico Special Economic Zone, which has attracted dozens of multinational companies in recent years. The zone was built on a…

The dream is over for Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The national team played its final match on Saturday against England at New Jersey Stadium in the United States. The 0-2 defeat closed out Group L action for the Panamanian squad. For 45 minutes, Panama held firm. The first half ended scoreless against one of the tournament’s favorites. Goalkeeper Orlando Mosquera made several key saves to keep his team in the game. The defensive line absorbed pressure from England’s attacking front. A Second Half Collapse The game changed after the break. Thomas Christiansen, Panama’s head coach, made tactical…

Panama has officially enacted sweeping new regulations for sport fishing. The rules take effect in December 2026. They aim to protect billfish species like sailfish and marlin while growing the specialized tourism sector. The Authority of Aquatic Resources of Panama announced the changes on Thursday. Two executive decrees, numbers 9 and 10, were published in the Official Gazette. They were signed on June 10, 2026. The laws completely overhaul how the country manages recreational fishing. Officials say the framework balances economic opportunity with environmental protection. The rules target illegal commercial fishing of protected species. They also create a digital tracking…

The Panama Canal has experienced a remarkable financial transformation over the past ten years. Panama Canal Revenue Doubles since the waterway’s expansion in 2016. New data from the Panama Canal Authority shows this growth has fundamentally altered the canal’s economic relationship with the nation. Canal income rose from $2.503 billion in 2016 to a projected $5.207 billion in fiscal year 2026. That represents an increase of $2.704 billion, or 108 percent growth. The numbers become even more striking when examining direct contributions to the Panamanian state. Those payments surged from $1.013 billion to $3.193 billion over the same period. That…

The president of Panama’s Legislative Assembly has released a cryptic farewell message that leaves his political future hanging in the balance. Jorge Herrera, who currently leads the Panama National Assembly, posted a statement on social media that reads like a final report on his tenure. But the timing raises questions about whether he plans to seek another term. Herrera’s name appears on the list of candidates who want to stay in charge of the Legislative branch. The election for the new board of directors happens on July 1. His message defended his record while emphasizing dialogue and consensus building with…

Panama’s National Customs Authority of Panama has quietly removed public search functions from its online platform. Citizens can no longer look up import and export operations by company or individual names. The agency confirmed the changes this week following a system failure in 2025. The restriction eliminates a tool that allowed anyone to track customs operations for specific businesses or people. Users previously accessed this information through a search bar on the customs portal. That option has now disappeared without public notice. New Search System Requires Tariff Codes Daniel Poveda, director of Innovation and Transformation at the National Customs Authority,…

Panama City, Panama. The first contingent of Panamanian rescuers left Friday afternoon for Venezuela. They join search and rescue operations after devastating earthquakes there. The quakes have killed more than 929 people and left hundreds missing. The team includes 13 rescuers and four canine units. They traveled aboard an aircraft from the National Aeronaval Service (Senan). This mission is part of the aid deployment announced by the Government of Panama. The country will send a total of 61 specialists to assist Venezuelan authorities with the emergency response. Omar Smith, director of the National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc), provided details about…

A mass of dust particles from the Sahara Desert is moving over Panama in the coming days. The Panama meteorological institute issued this warning on Saturday. Hazy conditions and increased thermal sensation are expected across the country. The Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology of Panama (IMHPA) released the official alert. A vigilance notice for Saharan dust remains active from early Saturday, June 27 until the night of Monday, June 29. Forecasts show the highest dust concentrations will hit most of the national territory. The Caribbean region will experience the strongest effects. Dust Concentrations Vary Across Panama Regions The IMHPA detailed…

Panama Pride will hold its annual march this Saturday, June 27, in the historic Casco Viejo district of Panama City. The event marks the organization’s tenth anniversary celebration. Organizers confirmed the schedule during a press briefing this week. The march, titled “We Are All Panama,” will begin at 2:00 p.m. from Sur Park on Calle 13 in the old quarter. Participants will walk to the Plaza V Centenario, where a public festival will follow. Ten individuals designated as standard-bearers will receive formal recognition during the event. Street Closures and Traffic Impact Expected Organizers warned that the march will occupy several…

The United States Treasury Department has sanctioned two Panamanian nationals for their alleged ties to a transnational recruitment network. Enrique Palacios Quintanilla and Jack Peter Derman Guzman face asset freezes and travel bans. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced the measures on June 26, 2026. Both men previously served as directors of Talent Bridge, S.A., a Panamanian company blacklisted by OFAC in December 2025. The Treasury Department accuses them of supporting both sides in the Sudan civil war. A third individual, Colombian national Fredy Alejandro López Ocampo, was also sanctioned. The sanctions freeze all U.S.-based assets belonging to…