Author: Editorial Team

The Indian community in Panama celebrated the traditional India Panama Festival this Saturday, May 9. The cultural event took place at the Cinta Costera and was open to the general public. Music, dance, theater and traditional cuisine filled the seaside venue. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) organized the entire festival. A chariot parade inspired by Hindu traditions served as the main attraction. Chariot Procession Winds Through Panama City The event began at 2:00 p.m. with the chariot procession. It started from the Hotel Miramar parking lot on Avenida Balboa. The parade ended at the Pacific View Amphitheater on…

A Panamanian court has ordered provisional detention for two teenagers accused of a violent attack on Argentine tourists. The suspects face charges of Aggravated robbery and attempted homicide. The decision came during a guarantee hearing on Friday. The two minors, aged 15 and 17, allegedly attacked a pair of Argentine visitors on Avenida Balboa. Security cameras captured the entire incident. The Public Ministry was represented by the First Superior Prosecutor’s Office for Adolescents during the hearing. Third Suspect Apprehended in Separate Case A third teenager was arrested on Friday by the Panama National Police. This suspect is linked to a…

Authorities in Panama have closed beaches across multiple coastal points due to a powerful swell event. The National Civil Protection System of Panama issued a prevention notice over the weekend. The warning addresses increased wave activity linked to a moderate Mar de Fondo phenomenon. This ocean swell originates from distant storms and travels thousands of miles before reaching Panamanian shores. Official Prevention Notice Details The National Civil Protection System of Panama confirmed the alert runs from 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8 through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026. The four-day warning covers the entire Pacific coastline. A technical…

Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino held a bilateral meeting with King Felipe VI of Spain in San Jose on Friday. The leaders discussed cooperation programs, trade, security and maritime sector development during the encounter. [Translated from Spanish] Mulino arrived in Costa Rica to attend the inauguration ceremony of President Laura Fernández Delgado. The Panamanian delegation included the first lady, Maricel Cohen de Mulino, along with several cabinet members. Spain Offers Continued Support for Panama The Spanish monarch expressed his country’s willingness to maintain strong bilateral ties with Panama. King Felipe VI emphasized the importance of shared values and international law…

A joint medical mission backed by the United States military has arrived in Chitré, Panama. The goal is to slash a massive surgical backlog affecting hundreds of patients. Specialists from the United States Southern Command began work this week at the Doctor Gustavo Nelson Collado Hospital. The shortage of specialists has crippled the local healthcare system. Patients in the provinces of Herrera and Los Santos face agonizing waits for critical procedures. The medical brigade will operate in the region until May 22. Critical Shortage of Gastroenterologists in Herrera and Los Santos Health authorities revealed staggering numbers that explain the crisis.…

Authorities in Panama intercepted a shipping container at a port in Colon province on Tuesday. The container held 739 packages of suspected illegal drugs hidden among legitimate cargo. The container had tracking data showing it originated in Panama. Its final destination was listed as Venezuela. Officials from the National Anti-Drug Directorate (DNA), the Tactical Anti-Drug Operations Unit (UTOA), and the Public Ministry worked together on the seizure. Suspicious cargo was detected through intelligence work and port surveillance. Agents found rectangular packages with different logos during the inspection. These logos are reportedly used by criminal networks to identify shipments within their…

Panama City, Panama – Anti-corruption prosecutors raided the Ancon community board office on Friday. The operation targeted the office of Representative Yamireth Batista. Officials from the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office executed search warrants at the communal headquarters. The raid follows formal complaints filed last week against the corregimiento representative. Investigators searched multiple offices inside the communal building. They worked under the direct coordination of the lead prosecutor on the case. Batista currently faces three separate legal complaints. Former employees who worked with her between 2024 and 2026 filed the accusations. They allege mismanagement of public funds and potential workplace abuse. Authorities…

The Panama Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has activated a surveillance advisory for high temperatures across much of the country. The warning will remain in effect through Sunday. Officials cite a low probability of rainfall as the primary cause for the extreme conditions. Meteorologist Pilar López confirmed the advisory during a press briefing on Friday. She explained that reduced cloud cover will allow intense solar radiation to reach the ground. This combination drives up the Heat index, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature reading. The advisory covers the metropolitan region and several central provinces. Meteorologist Details…

Panama City, Panama played host to Innovation Day Panama 2026 on May 6. The strategic forum brought together public sector leaders, private companies, and international organizations. Organizers Ericsson and Forbes Central America created the space to debate the region’s digital future. The event focused on artificial intelligence, advanced connectivity, smart cities, and sustainability. Panama is working to establish itself as a digital hub in Latin America. Data from consulting firm IDC Latin America shows that 75 percent of companies in Panama have already moved to cloud services. Experts project greater adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and 5G networks…

A nighttime Curfew in two high-crime areas of Panama’s San Miguelito District enters its second weekend. Authorities are deploying reinforced police operations as residents report ongoing violence. The measure restricts movement from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. daily. Municipal decree number six established the restriction for the Belisario Frías and Arnulfo Arias townships. Officials say these sectors have the highest crime rates within San Miguelito. The National Police of Panama are leading the enforcement effort. Over 100 Detained During First Weekend of Operations Police recorded 125 apprehensions during the curfew’s first weekend. Subcommissioner Javier Batista, who heads the San Miguelito…