Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Arraijan Water Losses Reach 50 Percent as IDAAN Starts Leak-Control Plan
IDAAN says Arraijan is losing half of its treated water before it reaches homes, prompting a targeted leak-control and supply improvement plan.
MiAmbiente Approves Guide to Manage Waste From Pig Farms
MiAmbiente approved a good-practices guide to help pig farms manage waste, reduce pollution and protect watersheds.
Contraloria Eases Bond Requirement for PROMTUR International Contracts
A new resolution exempts certain PROMTUR international contracts from performance bond requirements under defined conditions.
BDA Recovers B/.1.46 Million in Loan Collections During Cleanup Push
The Agricultural Development Bank says it recovered more than B/.1.46 million through nationwide coactive collection processes.
Mulino Orders Stronger Checks on Retiree Discount Compliance
President Jose Raul Mulino instructed ACODECO to reinforce oversight of legally required discounts for retirees and pensioners.
Customs Seizes Cigarettes and Medicines Valued at B/.10,000 in Parque Lefevre
Panama customs officials retained cigarettes, tobacco products and medicines during an inspection at a Parque Lefevre grocery store.
Digital Violence Cases Rise as Experts Urge Panamanians to Protect Evidence
Experts warn that violence through digital platforms and social networks is increasing, with users urged to document abuse and protect accounts.
MEDUCA Jury to Evaluate 145 Candidates for School Leadership Posts
MEDUCA swore in the jury that will evaluate 145 candidates for official school director and deputy director roles.
IMA Agroferias Draw Attention as July 24 Food-Savings Map Is Released
The IMA released locations for July 24 agroferias across several regions, giving families another route to lower-cost basic foods.
Calls Grow for Probe Into Panamanians Recruited for Russia War
A lawmaker asked Panama’s Foreign Ministry to investigate reports that Panamanians were recruited through job offers and later drawn into the Russia-Ukraine war.