Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Leadership Program Reaches Cesar Clavel Mendez School in Canazas
The “Leader in Me” program has arrived at Cesar Clavel Mendez School in Canazas, Veraguas, with a focus on leadership, values and student purpose.
MINSA Strengthens Dengue Operations in Chiriqui
Panama’s Health Ministry is reinforcing dengue-control operations in Chiriqui, one of the provinces with the highest number of reported cases.
IPHE Students Learn Sustainable Production Through Ecological Farming
Students in IPHE’s intermediate technical program in ecological farms are learning a sustainable production model in Chepo that uses water more efficiently.
CSS Says More Than 6,000 Employees Are Already Retired
Panama’s Social Security Fund says more than 6,000 people currently working at the institution are already retired, a staffing issue highlighted during its 2027 budget presentation.
Panama Invites Mongolia to Join Canal Neutrality Treaty
Panama has asked Mongolia to adhere to the treaty guaranteeing the permanent neutrality and operation of the Panama Canal.
Corredor Sur Extension to Pacora Under Study
ENA is studying a possible extension of the Corredor Sur highway to Pacora and hopes to move toward a tender next year.
Eight Panamanians Named Women in Tech Latam Awards Finalists
Panama has eight finalists in the 2026 Women in Tech Latam Awards, highlighting the country’s participation in regional technology leadership.
Pandeportes Tenders $8.4 Million Sports Complex in Las Tablas
Pandeportes has launched a tender for a B/.8.4 million multi-sport complex next to the Roberto Hernández baseball stadium in Las Tablas.
SINAPROC Storm Advisory Remains Active Through Friday
SINAPROC has issued an advisory for strong, localised thunderstorms in parts of Panama through Friday, August 28.
CSS Announces Correction to Insured Worker’s Employment Record
Panama’s Social Security Fund says it will correct an insured worker’s account after an irregularity was identified in her employment history.

