Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Two Men Held Pending Trial in Jafet Gonzalez Disappearance
A court ordered the provisional detention of two men, ages 18 and 19, in connection with the disappearance of 23-year-old university student Jafet Gonzalez in Veraguas.
Communal Board Audits Identify More Than $40 Million in Alleged Losses
Eighty audit reports on pandemic-era social project funds describe payroll and invoice irregularities.
MOP Rehabilitates Five Kilometres of Production Roads in La Mesa
Work in Boro, Veraguas, is expected to improve agricultural access for about 400 residents in five communities.
Gasoline Prices Fall Friday While Diesel Rises One Cent
The new maximum prices run from 6 a.m. August 21 through 5:59 a.m. September 4.
IFARHU Distributes 35,582 PASE-U Cards in Colon
The cards provide access to benefits for 56,467 students, representing a total disbursement of B/.6.25 million.
Electoral Tribunal Mourns Photographer Justo Marin as Investigation Continues
The institution says it will cooperate with prosecutors while withholding details that could interfere with the inquiry.
MINSA Lists Dengue Warning Signs That Require Immediate Care
Severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, fainting, low blood pressure and mucosal bleeding are among the danger signs.
MINSA and MITRADEL Train Employers on Breastfeeding Protections
Public institutions and private companies in Cocle received guidance on Law 498 and appropriate workplace lactation rooms.
Panama Foreign Minister Opens Official Visit to El Salvador
Javier Martinez-Acha will discuss bilateral cooperation and the future of Central American integration during meetings in San Salvador.
Single $255.16 Million Bid Submitted for Panama-San Miguelito Cable Car
Doppelmayr Panama Corp. was the only bidder for the proposed 6.6-kilometre, six-station transport project.

