Panama News
Panama Qualifies for the 2026 World Cup – Big Party in Panama! Real Economic Upsides Ahead
Panama has officially secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a decisive win against El Salvador. Beyond national pride, this qualification brings several practical, economically grounded benefits for the country. 1. Global Expo...
Contractor Officially Appointed for Boquete’s 25.9 Million Dollar Ruta del Café Works
The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) has awarded Constructora Ininco, S.A. a 25.9 million dollar contract to rehabilitate the well known Ruta del Café in Boquete, Chiriquí. The decision, issued on October 31, followed a public tender in which...
Naturgy Confirms US$500 Million Investment Plan To Strengthen Panama’s Electrical Grid
Naturgy has reiterated its long term commitment to Panama with a planned investment of more than US$500 million between 2025 and 2027. The announcement was made during a meeting between the company’s global leadership and President José Ra...
Panama Starts Environmental Impact Study for First Phase of the Panama–David Railway
Panama has taken a decisive step in the development of the planned Panama–David–Frontera railway with the start of the Environmental Impact Study (EsIA) for the first phase of the project. This initial section will cover the route between...
Copa Airlines Doubles Down on Chiriquí with Up to 25 Weekly Flights
Copa Airlines announced a significant expansion of its Panama City-David route, increasing its weekly flight frequencies to meet growing demand for domestic air travel. The airline has moved from 20 weekly flights in October to 23 in November...
Chiriqui Named One of the World’s Top Travel Destinations by Condé Nast Traveler
Chiriqui just earned a major spotlight on the global stage. Condé Nast Traveler, one of the most influential travel publications in the world with millions of monthly readers, has officially named Chiriqui as one of the best places to visit ...
Official: Passport Photos on Your Phone Are Now Valid for Identification in Panama
Panama has officially modernized part of its identification requirements for foreigners living or traveling in the country. According to Executive Decree No. 26, issued on 11 November 2025, expats can now present their passport or migration I...
Panama Approves Special Passport for Qualified Investors to Strengthen Residency Program
Panama City, November 7, 2025 – Panama has taken another strategic step toward attracting international investment with the approval of a Special Passport for foreigners who obtain permanent residency under the Qualified Investor category. ...
Panama Gears Up for the 2026 Panama Canal Cup – A Tropical Pickleball Experience Like No Other
Panama City is set to host one of the most exciting pickleball tournaments in Latin America - the 2026 Panama Canal Cup. Organized by Side Out Travel, this event invites players from across North and South America to come together for five da...
Panama’s New Ecotourism Model: Protecting Nature While Empowering Communities
Panama is redefining what sustainable travel looks like in Latin America. From lush rainforests to pristine coastlines and ancestral villages, the country is shaping an ecotourism model that protects ecosystems, regenerates natural environmen...