Panama News
Panama Approves $802,000 Study to Decide If the Panama–Paso Canoas Train Can Pay for Itself
The Panamanian government has approved a $802,460 consulting contract to determine whether the proposed Panama–Paso Canoas railway is financially viable over the long term. The contract was authorized by the Council of Cabinet and awarded ...
Panama Starts Reform of Forest Rules to Close Legal Gaps and Improve Environmental Protection
Panama Moves Forward With a New Forest Law Panama’s Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) is working on updating the country’s forest law, which has been in place since 1994. The goal is to modernize how forests are protected, managed, an...
Panama Canal Delivers Nearly US$3 Billion to the Government – A Major Engine of Public Funding
The Panama Canal transferred US$2.965 billion to Panama’s National Treasury for fiscal year 2025, reinforcing its role as one of the most important financial pillars of the Panamanian state. The contribution represents an increase of nearly...
Panama, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands Coordinate Customs Intelligence to Stop Drug Flows
Panama Strengthens Customs Cooperation With Europe to Combat Drug Trafficking Panama is tightening its grip on what moves through its ports. This week, the country formalized new customs cooperation with major European partners to strengthen...
Jeff Bezos Backs Panama’s Oceans With $24.5M as the Country Deepens Its Environmental Push
Panama’s environmental agenda received a significant international endorsement this week as the Bezos Earth Fund announced a new $24.5 million investment aimed at strengthening marine protection across the Eastern Tropical Pacific. The fund...
Panama’s Foreign Policy Push Pays Off With Nearly $500 Million in Korean Investment
Panama Strengthens Global Standing as Korean Investment Reaches $478 Million Panama City became the meeting point this week for Asia and Central America as South Korea chose the country to host the Korea–Central America Forum on Trade &...
FedEx Expands High-Value Operations in Panama, Signaling Strong International Confidence
FedEx Deepens Its Commitment to Panama, Reinforcing the Country’s Role as a Global Logistics and Financial Hub FedEx has quietly made a significant bet on Panama. By securing the CEIV Pharma certification for its operations at ...
Panama Sets 2026 Launch for Major Renewable Energy Auctions as Part of Long-Term Power Strategy
Panama is preparing a major shift in its energy future as the government rolls out a long-term roadmap that will guide the national power sector through 2050. Beginning in 2026, the country will introduce competitive renewable energy auctions...
Panamá Pacífico Targets High-Tech Manufacturing Growth as New Investments Accelerate
Panamá Pacífico is entering a new phase of expansion, positioning itself as a future hub for advanced manufacturing and semiconductor-related industries. This strategic shift aims to draw international companies while building a stronger, m...
Panama’s Gastronomy Goes Global With Multiple Spots in 50 Best 2025
Panama City is having a serious foodie moment. With six local restaurants included in Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 ranking and its extended list, the capital is stepping firmly into the spotlight as one of the most exciting culi...