Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
CSS Pension System Choice Deadline Set for August 18
Insured workers have until August 18 to choose their pension system through Mi Caja Digital, CSS authorities reminded the public.
Lawmakers Push Emergency Preparedness Bills After Regional Seismic Alarm
Assembly deputies presented initiatives on emergency broadcasting, technology investment and evacuation protocols after recent disaster concerns.
Study Says 70 Percent of Indigenous Children in Panama Face Rights Violations
A new study cited by the Ombudsman says indigenous children in Panama face major gaps in education, health coverage and social protection.
CSS Plans Robotic Telesurgery Expansion Starting in Chiriqui
Panama Social Security Fund says Chiriqui will be the first province in a national expansion of robotic telesurgery, beginning with cancer care.
Migration Detects Three Venezuelans With 76 Undeclared Gold Bars
Panama migration authorities said the passengers lacked customs declarations, export licenses and ownership documents for the gold.
PANAMAX 2026 Reaches Midpoint With 19 Countries Participating
U.S. Southern Command says PANAMAX26 has reached its midpoint with maritime, cyber, medical and special-operations training focused on regional coordination.
Police Report 477 Arrests and 21 Firearms Seized Over Weekend
National Police said Plan Firmeza operations over 72 hours also included 87 searches, 326 rounds of ammunition seized and 3,211 traffic tickets.
Fuel Costs Put Pressure on Panama Restaurant Owners
Restaurant owners say higher fuel costs are making products more expensive, but many are trying not to raise menu prices to avoid losing customers.
Chilibre Residents Warn Recycling Site Is Creating Health Risks
Residents of San Vicente de Chilibre say waste accumulation, odors, mosquitoes and rats from a recycling site are affecting their quality of life.
IMA Announces August 11 Agroferias Across Panama
The Agricultural Marketing Institute says Tuesday’s Agroferias will open at 8:00 a.m. with low-cost basic-basket products in multiple regions.

