Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
BDA Recovers B/.1.46 Million in Loan Collections During Cleanup Push
The Agricultural Development Bank says it recovered more than B/.1.46 million through nationwide coactive collection processes.
Mulino Orders Stronger Checks on Retiree Discount Compliance
President Jose Raul Mulino instructed ACODECO to reinforce oversight of legally required discounts for retirees and pensioners.
Customs Seizes Cigarettes and Medicines Valued at B/.10,000 in Parque Lefevre
Panama customs officials retained cigarettes, tobacco products and medicines during an inspection at a Parque Lefevre grocery store.
Digital Violence Cases Rise as Experts Urge Panamanians to Protect Evidence
Experts warn that violence through digital platforms and social networks is increasing, with users urged to document abuse and protect accounts.
MEDUCA Jury to Evaluate 145 Candidates for School Leadership Posts
MEDUCA swore in the jury that will evaluate 145 candidates for official school director and deputy director roles.
IMA Agroferias Draw Attention as July 24 Food-Savings Map Is Released
The IMA released locations for July 24 agroferias across several regions, giving families another route to lower-cost basic foods.
Calls Grow for Probe Into Panamanians Recruited for Russia War
A lawmaker asked Panama’s Foreign Ministry to investigate reports that Panamanians were recruited through job offers and later drawn into the Russia-Ukraine war.
Panama Creates National Commission for People Living on the Street
A new interinstitutional commission will coordinate policy for people living on the street, according to a decree published in the Official Gazette.
Panama Included in New U.S. Tariff Round at 12.5 Percent
A new U.S. tariff measure includes Panama among countries facing an added 12.5 percent levy, raising questions for exporters and trade planners.
Panama Says China Port Detentions of Panama-Flag Ships Fell From 140 to 16
Panama says detentions of Panama-flagged vessels in Chinese ports dropped sharply after negotiations, easing pressure on the maritime registry.