Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Rain and Thunderstorms Expected to Continue Across Panama
Rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue as Panama’s convergence zone produces precipitation on both the Caribbean and Pacific sides.
Fanlyc Relay for Life Set for September 5 and 6 on Cinta Costera
Fanlyc’s Relay for Life will take place on Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, at Cinta Costera 3.
Outgoing Panama Canal Administrator Highlights Institutionality After Seven Years
Outgoing Panama Canal administrator Ricaurte Vasquez says preserving the waterway’s institutional strength remains essential as he concludes seven years in the role.
Educamente 2026 Congress Will Bring Together More Than 1,000 Teachers
Nine international experts and more than 1,000 public-school teachers are expected to take part in the eighth Educamente congress on September 25 and 26.
Panama Metro Riders Report Card Failures and Long Lines
Passengers reported long queues and transport cards that were not recognised after the Panama Metro moved to a new fare-collection system.
CSS Echocardiography Day Serves 60 Patients in David
An extraordinary CSS echocardiography session in David served about 60 patients who had been waiting for the cardiac study.
MEF Sets September Pay Dates for Public Employees
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has released the September payroll calendar for public-sector employees.
Panama City Sets New Alcohol Sales Hours
The Municipality of Panama has established new operating hours for businesses that sell alcoholic beverages in the capital district.
Business Groups Ask Executive to Veto Expanded Retiree Discounts
Business representatives have renewed their opposition to Bill 226, which would expand discounts for retirees and pensioners.
Electoral Reform Package Submitted to Panama’s National Assembly
Panama’s Electoral Tribunal has submitted two bills to the National Assembly covering changes to the Electoral Code and the configuration of electoral circuits.