Panama Blog
Panama’s Global Image Boost Under New Government: What It Means for Property Investors
In his first national address on July 3, President José Raúl Mulino delivered a clear message: Panama is turning a new page. With a focus on international credibility, institutional integrity, and national pride, Mulino’s administration a...
Panama–Chiriquí Railway Project Gains Momentum with New Station Designs and International Investment Interest
The long-anticipated Panama–Chiriquí railway is accelerating forward as the government announces a major milestone: the design of all 14 proposed stations is now complete. This infrastructure megaproject - officially called the Panama–Da...
Panama’s Pizza Verace Joins the World’s Top 100 Pizzerias
Pizza Verace, a Panama City restaurant founded by Italian chefs Marco Carlesso and Leonardo Carrero, has been ranked among the top 100 pizzerias in the world by The Best Pizza Awards Milan 2025. Landing at number 74, the recognition marks a m...
Panama City Launches $140 Million Waste Management Upgrade – What It Means for City Neighborhoods and Real Estate
Panama City is taking a major step to fix its long-standing garbage problem. A new government plan will invest more than $140 million in modernizing the city’s waste collection system over the next seven years. This large-scale upgrade is ...
Panama Emerges as a Global Destination for Affordable Dental Care and Medical Tourism
The rise of medical tourism has been quietly reshaping global travel trends - and Panama is quickly becoming one of the top destinations for health-conscious travelers seeking both value and quality. With high-quality dental implants availabl...
Amazon Eyes Panama for New Regional Logistics Hub: A Potential Game-Changer for Real Estate and Investment
Amazon and U.S. Corporations Consider Panama for Regional Distribution Base Panama is back in the spotlight for global logistics - and this time, it may become Amazon’s next major distribution hub in the Americas. President José Raúl Mul...
Panama Fights Illegal Fishing to Regain EU Market Access
Panama is making strong progress in its efforts to lift the European Union’s “yellow card” warning issued in 2019 due to illegal fishing. This warning has limited seafood exports to Europe and hurt Panama’s image as a reliable trade p...
Panama Launches Carbon Credit Market – Is It the Real Deal or Just Green Hype?
Panama is moving forward with plans to create a national carbon credit market, a system meant to reward companies and projects for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The government hopes this “green” strategy will help attract internation...
Passenger Surge at Tocumen Airport Reflects Panama’s Growing Regional Role
Tocumen International Airport, Panama’s largest and most strategic air terminal, reported a notable 7% rise in passenger traffic from January through May 2025. The increase translates to over 8.3 million travelers passing through its termin...
Panama to Host the World’s Premier Robotics Competition in 2025
Panama City has been selected to host the 2025 First Global Challenge, the world’s most prestigious high school robotics competition, from October 29 to November 1. More than 190 countries will participate, bringing together students to des...