Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Powerful Colombia Earthquake Felt Across Panama
A strong earthquake reported near Colombia was felt in several regions of Panama on Monday morning, according to Telemetro and the preliminary Geosciences report.
Minsa Pushes Cardiovascular Prevention Training for Health Workers
Minsa says health workers received updated training focused on hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia and treatment adherence.
SINAPROC Strengthens Colón Base as Flood Incidents Dominate Emergency Load
SINAPROC received improvements to its Colón base and reported 1,678 flood cases nationwide between 2023 and 2026.
Man Arrested After Entering Metro de Panamá Tracks at Santo Tomás
Police said the 29-year-old entered the Line 1 tracks without authorization, interrupting service for 37 minutes.
Rivers Monitored in Ngäbe-Buglé as Rain and Storm Alerts Continue
SINAPROC personnel are monitoring swollen rivers in Ñökribo while prevention notices remain in effect for rain, storms, wind and waves.
Police Recover Pickup and Arrest Four in Chiriquí Aggravated Robbery Case
Police said a platform transport driver was allegedly threatened, tied up and deprived of liberty before officers intercepted the pickup on the Pan-American Highway.
Minor Ordered Detained in José Dolores Moscote Firearm Case
A juvenile court ordered provisional detention for a minor linked to alleged possession and trafficking of weapons and explosives after a school firearm incident.
Customs Seizes 1.19 Million Suspected Contraband Cigarettes in Guabalá
Customs officials found the cigarettes hidden among declared medical supplies, flowers and hygiene items during a routine cargo check.
Authorities Move Materials for 22 New Homes in Guna Yala After Fire
MIVIOT says materials for 22 homes have reached Tubualá, Guna Yala, after a complex sea-and-land operation involving five barge trips.
Minsa Provides Care to More Than 300 People Affected by Río Veraguas Flooding
The Health Ministry reported more than 300 medical consultations and additional vaccination, nutrition and water-disinfection support in Río Veraguas.