Author: Editorial Team

Panama’s economy has surged with a 4.8 percent growth rate during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year. President José Raúl Mulino made the announcement on Thursday, June 18, citing data from the Panama National Institute of Statistics and Census. The president credited his administration’s economic policies for the rebound. Speaking during his weekly press conference, Mulino highlighted that this performance places Panama among the five fastest-growing economies in Latin America. The regional average was doubled, he noted. This expansion comes from growth in logistics and transport services, tourism, wholesale and retail trade, and the…

Panama City, Panama – President José Raúl Mulino has declared that national security for Panamanian families is his government’s top priority. This commitment has driven a series of forceful actions, which accelerated dramatically after a mass escape at the La Joyita prison on June 17, 2026. The president confirmed that the incident will be investigated thoroughly, and those responsible will face the full force of the law. During his weekly Thursday press conference at the Palacio de Las Garzas, Mulino stated there would be no legal or political protection for anyone. Officials with any responsibility for the escape will face…

The Panama Embassy in Canada has released a travel advisory for citizens visiting Niagara Falls. The warning comes after officials confirmed no Panamanian nationals have been detained at the Canada-United States border so far. The embassy shared the guidance on Tuesday. Diplomatic staff emphasized they remain available for assistance. The advisory specifically targets the tourist zone around Niagara Falls. Extreme proximity to the international boundary can cause unexpected traffic confusion. No Detentions Reported at Border Crossings According to official information available to the mission, no Panamanian citizens have been temporarily detained or held at the Niagara Falls border crossing. The…

Thousands of young Panamanians are building their own economic opportunities. They face significant barriers to entering the formal job market. Product reselling, gastronomy, content creation, and creative industry activities have become key income sources. Many of these workers are under 35 years old. They often hold academic degrees or have acquired specialized skills. Yet a large portion has chosen entrepreneurship, sometimes operating within the informal sector, to forge their own financial paths. Labor Market Young participants are increasingly shifting toward self-employment as traditional hiring stalls. Economist Ana Patiño provided stark numbers on the situation. Of approximately 455,000 employed young people…

Panama City, Panama – Health authorities have administered more than 150,000 measles vaccine doses across the country. The Ministry of Health (Minsa) announced the milestone on Wednesday. This campaign strengthens epidemiological surveillance against preventable diseases. The initiative operates through the Expanded Immunization Program (PAI). It aims to protect the population and keep Panama free from local measles transmission. The country currently maintains health alerts due to imported cases. Officials confirmed at least three imported measles cases and one case from direct contact. Health teams continue monitoring five other suspected cases. The government has not reported any local transmission of the…

Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino has received a formal invitation to serve as a keynote speaker at the Concordia Annual Summit in 2026. The announcement came directly from the Presidential Palace in Panama City on Tuesday. The high-profile event will take place from September 20 to September 23 in New York City. It runs parallel to the United Nations General Assembly. This marks the third consecutive year the Panamanian leader has been asked to address the forum. Concordia Summit Brings Global Leaders Together Matthew Swift, president and co-founder of Concordia, personally delivered the invitation at the Palacio de las Garzas.…

An independent audit of the Cobre Panama mining project has delivered a favorable overall score of 87.73 out of 100. The comprehensive review, however, comes with a stark warning. Maintaining that condition depends entirely on continuous monitoring of 10 sensitive components, including the tailings dam. The government received the final report on Friday, June 19. A ministerial team led by Commerce and Industries Minister Julio Moltó, Environment Minister Juan Carlos Navarro, and Economy Minister Felipe Chapman accepted the document. The study cost $539,791 and was conducted by SGS Panama Control Services Inc. It examined legal, labor, tax, and environmental aspects…

Panama City commuters face a schedule change this Sunday, June 21. The Albrook station will open two hours later than usual. Construction crews are preparing the site for the future connection between Line 1 and Line 3. The Panama Metro confirmed the station will start operations at 9:00 a.m. instead of the regular time. Workers are installing the new roof structure that will link both transit lines. Regular service on Line 1 will run normally from 7:00 a.m. between the 5 de Mayo and Villa Zaita stations. The rest of the route remains active during the construction window. A key…

Panama has criminalized paternity fraud. The government enacted Law 535 of 2026, which imposes prison sentences of up to five years for anyone who tricks a man into recognizing a child that is not biologically his own. The legislation was published in the Official Gazette this week. President José Raúl Mulino signed the bill into law after it passed the National Assembly. The new statute targets individuals who deliberately induce a man to accept paternity of a minor who is not his biological child. It also covers those who hide or alter information about the true father, or who maintain…

The Panama Maritime Authority confirmed a deadly drone attack on a Panamanian-flagged vessel in the Black Sea. The incident occurred on June 18, leaving one crew member dead and two others injured. One of the wounded sailors is in serious condition. The agency activated emergency protocols through its Merchant Marine Directorate. Officials are gathering official information about what happened. The Panama Maritime Authority maintains communication with all involved parties and relevant authorities. Despite the attack, the ship managed to continue its course. Official Response and Safety Recommendations Panama’s maritime regulator issued an urgent safety advisory. The agency recommended that all…