Panama

Hundreds of Cubans protested in front of the Panamanian embassy in La Habana since the country has imposed a new transit visa for Cubans entering Panama

The De Chepo Public Hospital organised a ‘vasectomy day’ where patients could voluntarily get a free vasectomy; the initiative was to incentivise responsabile planning of parenthood

Authorities signed an official state document that establishes a new tourism industry, more sustainable towards natural resources and respectful the traditions of ancient local communities

Panama and the EU launched a climate change plan of action and adaptation called EUROCLIMA+, which consists of reducing carbon emissions, using greener technologies, and increasing international climate transparency

The Ministry of Labor and Workforce Development announced that there will be a salary increase for all the industries that have shown significant growth this past year, such as the agriculture, fishing, and livestock sectors

The Panama City Commission approved a plan to install safe rooms around the city to protect public employees in case a natural disaster or emergency were to occur

The automotive sector registered a growth rate of 63% this year, which came with new challenges, such as inventory logistics and a production increase