Panama Named the World’s Best Country for Expats for a Third Straight Year

Panama has been ranked the best country in the world for people living abroad for the third consecutive year, according to the Expat Insider 2026 survey published by InterNations, and the results point to a country that has quietly built its reputation on …

Panama City Beach to Add Three Major Artificial Reefs This Fall

Panama City Beach is preparing to expand its artificial reef program this fall with three major reef projects, including two decommissioned vessels and a collaborative regional reef, creating new opportunities for diving, fishing and marine conservation …

IMHPA Issues Heat and High Thermal Sensation Alert Across Panama Provinces

PANAMA CITY, July 29, 2026 – IMHPA is maintaining a vigilance notice for high temperatures and elevated thermal sensation across several provinces of Panama. Telemetro reported that the notice remains in effect until July 30 and identified it as a warning …

$35,111 Million is the Panama State Budget for the Fiscal Year 2027

Panama’s Cabinet Council approved the general state budget for the 2027 fiscal year at $35,111 million, aiming to meet the Ministry of Economy and Finance fiscal social responsibility deficit target of 2.97% of the Gross Domestic Product. Budget Overview …

Panama Canal suspends auction for close-in transits slots

Panama City voters to decide 3 charter amendments in November

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -For the first time since the 1960s, Panama City’s charter has undergone a major review — and voters will now have the final say. City commissioners approved three proposed charter amendments Tuesday, sending them to the …

PAHO recognizes Panama as a pioneer in the use of drones to transport medicines

The use of drones to transport medicine in hard-to-reach areas has positioned Panama as a pioneer on the continent, an internationally recognized initiative promoted with the support of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) This strategy has made it …

Medical Cannabis Commercialization Advances in Panama

PANAMA CITY, July 28, 2026 – Panama is moving forward with the commercialization of medical cannabis, a development that places the country closer to a more visible regulated market for patients and authorized operators. Telemetro reported the advance as …

Panama Forum Puts Democracy and Free Expression Back in Focus

PANAMA CITY, July 28, 2026 – A forum on democracy and freedom of expression was held in Panama, putting attention back on civic participation, institutional trust and the space for public debate. Telemetro reported the event as a national discussion on …

Vamos Bench Plans Bill to Modernize Panama’s Electricity System

PANAMA CITY, July 28, 2026 – The Vamos bench plans to present a bill aimed at modernizing Panama’s electricity system, according to Telemetro. The proposal is entering a sensitive policy area. Electricity affects household costs, business operations, …