Panama Blog
Panama’s Coffee Innovation: New “Aroma Fingerprint” to Boost Trust and Exports
In the heart of Chiriquí, one of Panama’s most renowned coffee-growing regions, scientists are brewing something innovative – not in a cup, but in the lab. A multidisciplinary team from the Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (UTP) is cr...
Maersk Expands Logistics Hub in Panama Pacifico
Maersk has launched a new 20,000 m² logistics center in Panama Pacifico, solidifying Panama’s role as a key trade gateway connecting Latin America, North America, and Asia. This modern facility features over 17,000 storage positions and of...
Panama’s Green Season: Why the ‘Off’ Season is Actually On
Forget everything you've heard about Panama's rainy season being something to avoid. After five years of calling Playa Guanico home and running La Chantin, a small surf retreat on Panama's wild Pacific coast, I've learned that the so-called ...
Netflix and Amazon Film Reality Shows in Panama Driving Investment and Global Attention
Panama continues to solidify its status as a rising star in the global entertainment industry, this time as the filming location for two major reality shows: Netflix’s Outlast and Amazon Prime Video’s Beast Games 2. This double feature un...
Panama’s Ambitious Rail Project Set to Create 71,000 Jobs in a Decade, Reshape Regional Economies
Panama is on track for a transformative infrastructure expansion with the proposed Panamá–David–Frontera railway, a megaproject that promises not only improved connectivity but a powerful boost to employment and regional development. Aut...
Tocumen Airport to Begin Charging for Terminal 2 Parking Starting August 4
Travelers passing through Tocumen International Airport should take note: Starting August 4, 2025, the airport will begin implementing a new parking fee structure at Terminal 2. The policy aims to increase security and improve access for acti...
Panama Canal Charts Bold, Sustainable Future with Major Investments in Water, Energy, and Logistics
The Panama Canal is not just back on its feet - it’s looking ahead with confidence. In its Q3 market update, the Canal Authority reported strong financial health and unveiled forward-thinking infrastructure plans aimed at ensuring long-term...
Panama Launches National Artificial Intelligence Strategy: A Smart Move for Tech Growth and Investment Confidence
In a move aimed at boosting innovation and digital transformation, the government of Panama has officially unveiled its National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. This forward-looking initiative positions Panama to become a regional hub for r...
Panama Clears EU High-Risk List – A Confidence Boost for Investors and Expats
Panama Strengthens Global Reputation with EU Delisting, Opening Doors for Investment and Growth In a major step forward for Panama’s international standing, the European Union has officially removed the country from its list of high-risk j...
Panama Eyes MERCOSUR Integration: A Strategic Move to Strengthen Trade and Real Estate Confidence
Panama is making headlines once again - this time on the diplomatic stage. In a powerful appearance at the MERCOSUR Summit in Buenos Aires, President José Raúl Mulino laid out a compelling vision for Panama’s future as a State Associate t...