Customs Chief Proposes Tougher Penalties for Contraband
Panamas customs director proposed raising penalties for contraband, arguing for a stronger legal response to illegal trade.
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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.
Migration Service Reports Irregularities in Weekend Checks Across Panama
Panama migration officials detected expired stays, missing work permits and other irregularities during verification operations across eight provinces and comarcas.
Comptroller Questions Delays in El Chorrillo Urban Renewal Works
Comptroller General Anel Flores questioned delays in road works tied to the El Chorrillo Urban Renewal project as an eleven-month addendum request is reviewed.
Panama Assembly Receives Proposal to Sanction Harmful AI Manipulation
Deputy Dana Castaneda presented an initiative aimed at sanctioning manipulated AI content that harms people’s honor and reputation.