Government openly addressing the need for a liveable working wage in Panama

On November 15, 2025, the National Government established the National Minimum Wage Commission , a tripartite body responsible for analyzing economic conditions and recommending new rates that will apply from January 2026. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/salario-minimo-panama-instala-mesa-de-dialogo-trabajadores-piden-900-mensuales-CL17588192#google_vignette The process is coordinated by the Ministry of Labor and Workforce Development (Mitradel) , as established in Executive Decree No. 12 of November 13, 2025. The working group must conclude its deliberations no later…

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New voice of VENEZUELAN opposition calling on ARMED FORCES mutiny on Maduro rule

Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado launched a strong message this Saturday, November 15, directed at Venezuelans and especially at the state security forces, whom she asked to “lay down their weapons” and stop obeying orders that she described as “infamous” . https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/bajen-las-armas-maria-corina-machado-urge-a-militares-venezolanos-a-dejar-de-obedecer-a-maduro-IK17598099 What is striking about this message from Machado is that it…

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Ship intended for VARELA intercepted by PANAMA and DEA

The United States Embassy in Panama congratulated the Panamanian government and the National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) on Thursday, November 13, for what it called a “historic” anti-narcotics operation that resulted in the seizure of more than 13 metric tons of cocaine in the waters of the Pearl Islands archipelago. https://www.prensa.com/judiciales/dea-apoyo-la-operacion-que-incauto-13-toneladas-de-cocaina-en-un-solo-dia-en-aguas-del-pacifico-panameno/ This is how the ship carrying 13.5 tons of…

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This is the “slippery slope” that we as HUMANS need to consider when conducting MASS detention

The images are the most compelling testimony of the suffering: Luis missing a front tooth, Daniel with a broken nose, Mateo and Carlos with pellet wounds. They are part of the report ” They Arrived in Hell ,” published by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which details the abuses committed against Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement…

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PANAMA “magic” Coffee beans lead to the most glaring example of ELITE horseshit?

OP ED: “JB”-  I want to sell an apple that was grown from a tree planted in the soil of a UNICORN farm in NARNIA and watered from bottled SPRING water that was a gift to FRODO BAGGINS from PONCE de LEON himself which he brought back from the FOUNTAIN of YOUTH. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/dubai-most-expensive-coffee-b2858172.html A Dubai café is…

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EVERY YEAR I like to mention the BAHIA clean-up efforts. A ray of GOOD among the S–T

THE NUMBERS ARE  IN!!! Nearly six tons of waste were removed last Saturday from the mouth of the Juan Díaz River and the Panama Bay wetland during a cleanup organized by the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) and the environmental organization Adopta Bosque . More than 1,500 volunteers participated in the activity, including security forces, scout groups, university and…

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This weekend brings GREAT event in BOQUETE

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/24/youre-invited-to-expo-boquete-in-panama/   Join us for an unforgettable celebration of culture, innovation, and community at Expo Boquete, happening September 26–28 at the Boquete Fairgrounds from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day — and best of all, admission is free! Here’s just a glimpse of what awaits you: • Fashion shows and a pet show •…

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GUTLESS “ABC” – Network pulls KIMMEL over an “opinion”. MY OPINION I POSTED BTW

“JB”-  So remind me, Charlie Kirk was killed by a fuckin damged kid while practicing FREE SPEECH right???   And did anyone read MY POST after is happened?????    EXACTLY THE SAME THING.     Gutless Media- Gutless Agenda- Gutless COUNTRY.  MY OPINION……….. https://panamanowonline.com/my-f-g-country-is-literally-eating-itself-from-within-like-a-parasite-where-is-it/       https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/4-things-to-know-about-abcs-suspension-of-jimmy-kimmels-late-night-show 4 things to know about ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s…

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This just happened near me ( and I pray Ms.Palm looks further into BOCAS for a REAL story)

https://www.prensa.com/judiciales/capturan-al-representante-de-barrio-colon-por-el-escandalo-de-los-auxilios-economicos-del-ifarhu/   The representative of Barrio Colón, Héctor Sambrano , who was director of Scholarships and Assistance at the Institute for the Training and Utilization of Human Resources (Ifarhu) in the previous government, was arrested this Friday, September 19, for irregularities in the granting of financial aid. Ifarhu Scholarships: Political Patronage in Arraiján and La Chorrera?Ifarhu director goes on…

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I never trust this SHIT PILE of an agency. Worst I have experienced in the free world

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/miambiente-inicia-auditoria-integral-a-la-mina-de-cobre-panama-FF16131657 This audit will assess everything from reforestation to waste management, ensuring that the mine meets its environmental, social, and legal commitments. The Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) announced the start of a comprehensive audit of the Panama Copper Mine project , which will verify compliance with all environmental, social, legal and tax commitments established in the Category III Environmental Impact…

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