Panama

A new law puts weakens the protection of coral reefs: while previously any intervention or construction on reefs and seagrass beds was prohibited, the new law relaxes these restrictions

Recent incidents of African bees stinging occurred during Good Friday at a Stations of the Cross procession in Penonomé, were at least 50 required medical attention and one person died; scientists are investigating their habits and why they attack

Public transport fares will remain stable despite the oil crisis, but the rise in oil prices due to the conflict in the Middle East could triple the cost of the state subsidy to public transport, increasing the pressure on public finances

A memorandum of understanding was signed with the US Grains & BioProducts Council to enhance efficiency, data and sustainability of US grain shipments through the Panama Canal, which handled about 25,1 million metric tonnes of grain in 2025

A joint training program has been launched with the US to strengthen protection of the Panama Canal, reinforcing long-standing bilateral cooperation on security and strategic infrastructure

A Chinese monument at the Panama Canal has been demolished by local authorities amid Trump’s threats to retake control, prompting outrage from Panama’s government and calls for its immediate restoration

Over 700 Panama Metro Buses have been vandalized in two years, 359 cases reported in 2025, notwithstanding calls from Mi Bus authorities and user leaders to put an end to the defacing; this year, Mi Bus has spent $65.000 just on glass repairs

A 2025–2030 trade facilitation plan with five strategic pillars has been launched to modernize foreign trade, enhance digitalization, and strengthen Panama's position as a competitive regional logistics hub

The Panama Canal has launched talks with global maritime firms to explore the development of two new port terminals on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, aiming to attract $2.600 million in investment as part of a broader infrastructure expansion plan

Joint jungle training operations has been launched with Panamanian and US Forces to boost interoperability and regional security, with Marines and local units preparing for survival and tactical exercises this month