News from Panama Lift of mandatory face mask use in closed areas Adrian Prozzo July 1, 2022 1 minute read Post Views: 348 Panama’s President Nito Cortizo announced as of July 11, the mandatory use of face masks in open and closed spaces will be lifted, with the exception of public and private health facilities and public transportation. Post navigation Previous: La Niña could last until 2023Next: Suez, Panama canals sign cooperation agreement to boost investments