Migration Confirms Venezuelan Migrant Death After Chepo Accident
Panamas migration authority confirmed the death of a Venezuelan migrant after an accident in Chepo, renewing concern over dangerous transit routes.
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Former AMP Director Ordered Detained in Alleged Unjustified Enrichment Case
A court ordered provisional detention for a former Panama Maritime Authority director in a case linked to alleged unjustified enrichment.
ANTAI Sanctions 198 Public Servants and Recommends 57 Dismissals
ANTAI sanctioned 198 public servants and recommended 57 dismissals, placing public-sector discipline and transparency back in focus.
Customs Chief Proposes Tougher Penalties for Contraband
Panamas customs director proposed raising penalties for contraband, arguing for a stronger legal response to illegal trade.
Two People Killed in Colon in Less Than 12 Hours
Two people were killed in Colon in less than 12 hours, intensifying concern about public safety in the province.
MEF Says Amador Lands Are Not for Sale or Privatization
The Ministry of Economy and Finance said lands in Amador are not for sale and will not be privatized, responding to public concern.
Nicaragua Rejects Panama Position After Daniel Ortega Election Remarks
Nicaragua rejected Panama’s position after remarks by Daniel Ortega drew regional criticism, keeping diplomatic tensions in focus.
Panama City Evicts San Felipe Nightspot After Noise and Coexistence Complaints
The Panama City mayor’s office evicted a nightlife venue in San Felipe after complaints over noise and coexistence issues.
Restaurant Discount Proposal Sparks Retiree Backlash in Panama
A proposal to remove mandatory restaurant discounts for retirees and pensioners triggered political and public pushback, forcing debate over business costs and social protections.
Eight Arrested in Alleged Land-Sale Fraud Using False ANATI Documents. SPONSOR not “F’ing” AROUND.
Authorities say an alleged network used social media and falsified ANATI documents to offer land and properties, causing estimated losses of more than B/.177,000.