Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
MINSA Reviews Workplace-Harassment Complaints From Medical Interns
Panama’s Health Ministry says it is following complaints from medical interns concerning alleged workplace harassment.
El Niño Could Bring Panama’s Dry Season Forward to November
Panama’s meteorological institute says El Niño conditions could cause the dry season to begin as early as November and reduce water levels in major basins.
Health Specialists Share Safety Advice for Panama’s High Temperatures
Specialists are urging people to stay hydrated and protect their skin as Panama experiences high temperatures.
Panama International Book Fair Opens at ATLAPA
The International Book Fair has opened to the public at ATLAPA with a programme of talks, writing workshops and art activities through Sunday, August 30.
ATTT Moves Toward Digital Verification of Vehicle Insurance
Panama’s transit authority is advancing a plan that could eliminate the requirement to carry a printed vehicle-insurance policy.
First Debate Advances ITBI Exemption for Homes Up to $120,000
The National Assembly approved in first debate a proposal to exempt new homes priced up to $120,000 from the 2% property-transfer tax.
MEDUCA Reopens 172 Nö Kribo Schools on Tuesday
Panama’s Education Ministry announced that classes will resume Tuesday at 172 schools in the Nö Kribo region.
Ten-Million-Year-Old Batfish Species Discovered in Panama
Researchers have identified a new fossil batfish species in Panama from remains estimated to be around ten million years old.
Government Says Digital-Services Tax Bill Is Not Imminent
Economy and Finance Minister Felipe Chapman says the government does not plan to submit a proposed 7% ITBMS levy on digital purchases and services in the short term.
Ombudsman Inspects More Than 500 Deteriorating Homes in Arraijan
Panama’s Ombudsman’s Office inspected homes in Valle de los Cerezos, where residents have raised concerns about deterioration affecting more than 500 properties.