Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Customs Seizes 1.19 Million Suspected Contraband Cigarettes in Guabalá
Customs officials found the cigarettes hidden among declared medical supplies, flowers and hygiene items during a routine cargo check.
Authorities Move Materials for 22 New Homes in Guna Yala After Fire
MIVIOT says materials for 22 homes have reached Tubualá, Guna Yala, after a complex sea-and-land operation involving five barge trips.
Minsa Provides Care to More Than 300 People Affected by Río Veraguas Flooding
The Health Ministry reported more than 300 medical consultations and additional vaccination, nutrition and water-disinfection support in Río Veraguas.
Health Authorities Urge RSV Prevention After 17 Deaths Reported This Year
Panama health authorities are calling for stronger prevention against respiratory syncytial virus after 17 associated deaths were reported so far this year.
Colon Officials Warn of Flood Risk Without Quebrada Fantasma Dredging
Cativa representative Carlos Daley said there is still no information on resources for dredging Quebrada Fantasma during the rainy season.
Indigenous Peoples Day Marked With Fair at Plaza Catedral
Five Indigenous groups and 17 artisans are represented in a Casco Antiguo fair connecting students and visitors with Indigenous cultural expression.
Chiriqui Transport Operators Renew Push for Fare Update
Drivers in Chiriqui again asked authorities to update fares, while ATTT pointed to an existing subsidy plan and possible future talks.
Authorities Warn of Illegal and Dangerous Gas Transfers Between Cylinders
Officials warned that clandestine transfers between 25-pound and 100-pound gas cylinders are dangerous and illegal.
MEF Says More Than 65,000 CEPANIM Certificates Have Been Delivered
The Economy and Finance Ministry has delivered certificates worth more than $44 million through appointments confirmed by email.
Electric Bus Fleet Begins Service in Panama Casco Antiguo
Panama launched five electric buses for the Casco Antiguo route and expects 60 more units next year through an IDB agreement.