Author: Sebastian Pieper

The Colon Province coastline is getting a new attraction. A wildlife refuge in the Costa Arriba region now offers visitors a chance to interact with rescued animals. The project represents a shift toward conservation-based tourism in this Caribbean area. Local tourism officials announced the initiative this month. The refuge allows guests to observe animal recovery processes up close. It combines nature experiences with relaxation spaces designed for travelers seeking something different. Traditional sun-and-sand destinations like Playa La Angosta and Isla Grande still draw crowds. But new options are emerging that blend services, dining, and lodging into integrated packages. Wildlife Refuge…

Panama will become a central hub for regional legal debate this May. The country is hosting the 189th regular session of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights. The event is scheduled from May 4 to May 8 at the headquarters of the Latin American Parliament.Panama’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the official announcement. Officials stated the sessions will address fundamental issues for human rights protection across the Americas. The gathering represents a major moment for regional judicial cooperation.Panama’s Role in Regional JusticeThe Foreign Ministry emphasized Panama’s growing influence in legal matters. “This distinction highlights Panama’s active role in the regional…

Panama City, Panama – The country’s healthcare system faces mounting pressure from rising cancer cases. Official data shows consultations jumped from 96,000 to 165,000 between 2014 and 2024. That represents a 72 percent increase in just ten years. The Ministry of Health (Panama) released these figures this week. They highlight a growing demand for specialized oncology services across the nation. Radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatments have also climbed sharply. Medical professionals now diagnose roughly 7,700 new cancer cases each year. Cervical cancer and prostate cancer remain the most common diagnoses. National Cancer Care Project Shows Results Authorities launched the Integrated National…

Panama City, Panama. The Ministry of Public Works has completed the second phase of controlled load tests on the Bridge of the Americas. More than 65,000 drivers cross this critical structure every day. Engineers conducted the measurements from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, until 2:00 a.m. on Sunday. The overnight schedule allowed specialists to analyze how the bridge behaves under different weight conditions without disrupting daily traffic. “The main objective of these measurements is to collect precise data on the structural behavior of the roadway. This ensures the safety of the more than 65,000 users who travel across it…

Panama declared maritime security a global public good during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday. Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos A. Hoyos delivered the statement in New York. He condemned recent attacks against vessels in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The high-level debate carried the title “Strengthening maritime security through international cooperation for global stability.” Bahrain presided over the session. Hoyos warned that the international maritime environment is deteriorating rapidly. He cited piracy, armed robbery at sea, cyberattacks on navigation systems, illegal fishing, drug trafficking, and human trafficking as key threats. These dangers, he said, put both…

Hundreds of residents in the Chame District took to the streets demanding peace. The massive march followed the murder of a 27-year-old man near his home. Community members carried signs and balloons through the main roads of Las Lajas on Saturday. The protest aimed to send a clear message of unity. Residents rejected the recent wave of violence that has shaken their community. They demanded justice for Samuel Samaniego, who was killed on April 18. The attack happened just meters from his residence in the Tumba Muerto sector. Authorities confirmed the victim was attacked with a bladed weapon. The National…

Panama’s agricultural authority is tracking a dangerous chemical exposure incident in Salamanca, Colón Province. The Ministry of Agricultural Development (Panama) confirmed it is monitoring the situation after several people possibly inhaled insecticide fumes. The event unfolded when residents came into contact with an unknown substance near their homes.Officials said the case remains under active coordination with the Ministry of Health. Preliminary reports suggest the exposure stemmed from the release of contents from several containers found outdoors. These containers were labeled as containing Aluminum phosphide, a highly toxic compound.Health Emergency Sparks Official ResponseThe National Director of Plant Health at MIDA, Emmeris…

Panama’s pizza scene has earned international recognition. Ciao Ragazzi represented the country at the World Pizza Championship in Parma, Italy, securing a top 10 global finish. The competition drew over 800 pizzamakers from around the world. This event stands as the most important contest in the pizza industry. It brings together elite professionals who compete on quality, technique and innovation. Ciao Ragazzi proudly carried Panama’s name among the protagonists of this high-level competition.  Panama Pizza Team Achieves Global Recognition in Gluten-Free Category The standout result came in the Gluten-free pizza category. Ciao Ragazzi claimed 10th place worldwide, entering the global…

Panama’s National Assembly has taken a significant step toward eliminating the so-called “pink tax” on menstrual products. The Panama National Assembly Committee on Economy and Finance approved Bill 505 in a first debate this week. The legislation seeks to exempt sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups from the country’s 7 percent ITBMS sales tax.Independent Deputy Augusto Palacios, who represents the Vamos party, introduced the initiative. He stated the bill focuses on social justice and gender equity. The discussion quickly turned to a critical question: how will the government replace the revenue lost from this tax exemption?Official figures show roughly 1.2…

Panama’s acting Foreign Minister Carlos Arturo Hoyos met with German State Secretary Géza Andreas von Geyr on Wednesday. The two officials discussed Panama’s efforts to secure removal from European Union tax lists. The meeting took place in Panama City. The bilateral agenda covered trade expansion and global challenges. Both sides expressed strong interest in deepening cooperation. Panama’s government has been pushing for its exclusion from what it calls discriminatory European fiscal listings. The EU maintains a tax blacklist and a grey list of jurisdictions it considers non-cooperative. Diplomatic Push for Fair Treatment Hoyos highlighted Panama’s recent regulatory reforms during the…