Author: Editorial Team

Panama City’s metro system will implement a new operational plan starting Monday, May 11. The move comes as daily ridership surges past 420,000 passengers. Officials attribute the increase directly to rising fuel prices. The Panama Metro designed the strategy to optimize service management. It addresses a sustained rise in user demand recorded over recent weeks. The plan focuses on improving passenger flow at terminal stations during peak hours, both morning and evening. Dual Platform Boarding at Terminal Stations The new plan enables train boarding from both platforms at terminal stations. On Line 1, this approach will operate at Villa Zaita…

The Ministry of Housing and Land Use Planning, known as Miviot, will contribute to the comprehensive planning of the Puerto Armuelles Logistics Complex project. This initiative is advancing in the Barú district of Chiriquí province, officials confirmed this week. Deputy Minister of Land Use Planning Frank Osorio, accompanied by Miviot Provincial Director Aristides Araúz, conducted a technical tour of the multipurpose dock in Puerto Armuelles. The national government is developing this project through the Panama Maritime Authority. Project Scope Expands Beyond Original Fishing Dock Vision During the site visit, authorities learned details about current construction work and future projections for…

Panama has secured a new international presence on its soil. The Government of Panama and UNICEF formalized an agreement on Thursday to establish a global office in the country. This new structure will coordinate technical assistance and specialized support for child-focused public policies across multiple nations. The officialization took place through an exchange of letters between both parties. It marks a significant step forward in Panama’s relationship with international agencies operating at regional and global levels. The office will function as a center for articulating UNICEF’s knowledge and technical capacities. It connects directly with other hubs located in Nairobi, Amman…

The Government of Panama has launched a new digital tool to transform how citizens and businesses locate addresses. The platform uses Geocoded postal codes to replace informal location references. Officials from the Ministry of Government presented the system this week in Panama City. This technology aims to solve a long-standing problem in the country. Many Panamanians rely on landmarks and vague descriptions to direct deliveries. That approach often leads to failed shipments and frustrated customers. The new system promises precision. How the New Postal Code System Works Users access the platform through a dedicated website at codigospostalespanama.gob.pa. The tool integrates…

Panama City, Panama – President José Raúl Mulino has delivered a forceful defense of the Panama Canal’s neutrality and the nation’s ship registry. He made the remarks on Thursday while inaugurating the Maritime Convention of the Americas 2026. The event, organized by the Panamanian Maritime Chamber, stands as the premier business gathering for the maritime, logistics, and port sectors in the Western Hemisphere. Mulino used the platform to reaffirm his government’s commitment to a series of major infrastructure and regulatory projects. Neutrality and the Flag of Convenience President Mulino was emphatic about Panama’s stance on the global stage. He stated…

Panama’s Cabinet Council approved an $8 million extraordinary credit on Tuesday, May 5. The funds will go to the Ministry of Security and the National Migration Service. Officials announced the decision during a press conference following the weekly Cabinet meeting. The money finances Phase 1 of a new main headquarters for the National Migration Service. The building will rise on Avenida Dulcidio González in the Curundú district. The Ministry of Economy and Finance deemed the credit viable after reviewing the funding source. That source is the National Migration Service’s own trust fund. Funding Details and Legislative Approval The credit’s size…

A large American crocodile has caused concern among residents and visitors at Juan Hombrón Beach in Panama’s Coclé Province. The Massive 60-Year-Old Crocodile Stuns Beachgoers in Panama. Images of the reptile circulated widely on social media over the past several days. Local biologists have now confirmed the animal’s presence and issued a public warning. Experts from the Regional University Center in Coclé analyzed the photographs. They determined the crocodile could be up to 60 years old. The animal likely measures between two and three meters in length. Its territorial behavior suggests it may be the only crocodile living in that…

An attack on a taxi driver in broad daylight has sparked fresh concerns about road safety in Panama’s Veraguas Province. The driver remains hospitalized after the assault in Canto de Llano, a sector within the Santiago district.The victim is being treated at the Luis “Chicho” Fábrega hospital. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. This marks the second reported case of aggression against a taxi driver in the city within a short period.Violence Follows Traffic CollisionsBoth attacks share a common trigger. They happened after vehicle collisions. Witnesses reported that tensions escalated quickly following the crashes. Police are now…

The Panama Canal Fourth Bridge project just got bigger and more expensive. Panama’s Ministry of Public Works (Panama) signed a contract amendment with the Panama Fourth Bridge Consortium (CPCP) on Tuesday. The deal adds $295 million for a complete redesign of the East Interchange. Minister of Public Works José Luis Andrade confirmed the new total project cost. It now stands at $2.387 billion. The original budget did not account for the complex redesign needed at the eastern connection point. The previous government’s design for the East Interchange would have created massive traffic jams. Andrade said the old plan guaranteed a…

Panama City, Panama – Ricardo Sotelo Guedes has stepped down from his leadership roles at the Caja de Seguro Social. He resigned as both president and member of the institution’s Board of Directors. The Social Security Fund (CSS) confirmed the resignation on Monday. Sotelo represented the employer sector on the board. His departure creates a vacancy that must be filled quickly. The CSS released an official statement addressing the change. Governance Mechanisms Ensure Continuity The CSS confirmed that internal governance rules cover this exact situation. These mechanisms guarantee the board can continue its work without interruption. The institution will now…