Debate over accessing protected resources in Panama to continue in 2025

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/progreso-o-riesgo-ambiental-debaten-impacto-del-corredor-del-caribe-HA10104210 The SCJ lifted the suspension of the Caribbean Corridor, a decision supported by tourism sectors and criticized by environmentalists for its environmental and social impact on Colón. The project promises development, but faces questions about sustainability “A ruling of justice” is how Cristóbal Valencia, president of the Portobelo Chamber of Tourism, describes the decision…

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Sabre rattling has already begun even before Trump assumes office. Panama scoffs at threat

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c79191d9xreo Panama has insisted that its sovereignty over the Panama Canal is “non-negotiable” after US President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out military force to seize it. Trump made the remark during a news conference on Tuesday at which he also falsely stated that the Panama Canal was being operated by Chinese soldiers. Panama’s Foreign…

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MULINO- 2025 address to the nation

Speech: First Accountability Report By President José Raúl Mulino This is my first accountability to the country. We knew that the State’s finances were in bad shape, but we never imagined the serious situation we found ourselves in. These past few months have been a time of hard work to sort out the mess, avoid…

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Starting with a BANG. TRUMP “implies” force to re-acquire Canal

  https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-suggests-use-military-force-acquire-panama-canal-greenland-econo-rcna186610 President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday suggested he would consider using military force to gain control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, and “economic force” to acquire Canada. During a free-wheeling news conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, Trump was asked by a reporter if he could assure the public that he would not use military coercion…

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HAPPY NEW YEAR to PNO family. Looking for a great 2025

Op ED:  James “JB” Bryson I truly hope that all the readers and contributors to this little blog had an enjoyable holiday season regardless where it was spent. I for one was fortunate enough to get a necessary procedure done in October, and then spend the holidays in Aventura, Florida. We are heading back on…

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Hola PANAMA- Wishing the BEST for the Holidays

Hello to all in the 507- Everything back in Florida has been great. I truly hope the same can be said back home. My little “Penny” is NOT little anymore. For shit’s sake she’s DRIVING!!!!   Absolutely UNREAL.   Hoping all visitors, readers, and contributors are in good spirits.  ALL with the exception of ONE slimy…

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Just A Quick Hello. I Am Alive

Just sending out a quick HELLO. Taking advantage of the GREAT weather back in FLORIDA and spending the holidays with my wonderful Granddaughter. Had a quick procedure in OCTOBER, but feeling better than ever. Please send in your own articles—- I will POST. Back to the 507 soon enough.   Saludos- JB

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