Panama Blog
Regional Business Interest Grows Around the Puerto Armuelles Multipurpose Port
The development of the multipurpose port in Puerto Armuelles continues to take shape as one of the most significant logistics projects in western Panama. According to statements by President José Raúl Mulino, a group of Costa Rican business...
Panama Raises Net-Metering Limits as Solar Prices Open More Remote Living Options
Panama Raises Net-Metering Limits as Solar Prices Open More Remote Living Options Panama's public services regulator, ASEP, has issued a resolution increasing the maximum annual limits for electricity self-consumption from new, renewable, an...
Panama Tourism Revenue Tops $5.455B Through October 2025 as Visitor Arrivals Rise 7.1%
Panama's tourism authority (ATP) reported preliminary results showing continued growth in international travel to the country during the first ten months of 2025. Between January and October 2025, international arrivals increased 7....
To Mine or Not to Mine: One of Panama’s Biggest Questions
Mining in Panama? The Country Already Answered This is no longer a technical debate or an economic spreadsheet exercise. In Panama, mining stopped being an abstract policy discussion a long time ago. The country answered - and it did so loud...
Panama Securities Market Grows as Crypto Regulation Moves Closer
Panama’s securities market recorded solid growth in 2025, while financial authorities confirmed plans to move forward with the regulation of crypto assets, particularly those used as investment products. The update was provided by Maruquel ...
Panama Records USD 905.4 Million in Registered Exports, Marking a Strong Year for Trade
Panama closed the first eleven months of 2025 with registered goods exports totaling USD 905.4 million, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industries (MICI). The figure represents an increase of USD 25.6 million, or 2....
Panama Bans Single-Use Plastics in All Protected Areas Starting 2026
Panama has officially enforced a nationwide ban on single-use plastics across all protected areas as of January 1, 2026. The measure, enacted through a resolution issued by Ministry of Environment of Panama (MiAmbiente), applies to every zone...
Panama Canal Has Contributed Over $31.2 Billion to Public Finances in 26 Years Under Panamanian Control
Since the transfer of its administration to Panama 26 years ago, the Panama Canal has delivered a cumulative $31.231 billion to the national treasury, underscoring its central role in financing public services and supporting long-term economi...
Best Places to Retire and Live in Panama in 2026
Where to retire in Panama in 2026 — mountain towns, beach communities and Panama City neighbourhoods compared, with what each one offers and who it suits.
Panama to Begin Distribution of Medical Cannabis Products Through Authorized Pharmacies
Panama is preparing to take a new step in public health regulation with the upcoming distribution of medical cannabis products in authorized pharmacies nationwide. The initiative is being led by the Ministry of Health of Panama (Minsa) and fo...
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PANAMA IN 2026
What is coming in Panama in 2026 — infrastructure, the economy and the changes most likely to matter to residents, buyers and anyone planning a move.