The restoration of the Forts of San Jerónimo and San Lorenzo, in addition to the construction of a visitor center, are some of the projects under development to underpin “the great cultural and tourist potential” of the Fortifications of the Caribbean Coast of Panama, a World Heritage Site since 1980. These strong, magnificent prototypes of […]
The Government of Panama accelerates the strategy for electric mobility as part of the Energy Transition Agenda, in order to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (in particular SDG 7) and the Paris Agreement. And less than a month after the entry into force of Law No. 295 of Monday, April 25, 2022, which […]
In anticipation for the 2023 Boquete’s Jazz and Blues festival held in March, the past Thursday was the elegant Black and White Dinner Party with live music and delicious food prepared by renowned chef Charlie Collins known for his innovative and inventive cuisine prepared a gourmet three course meal at the Panamonte Hotel. The festival’s […]
Nayara Bocas del Toro, a private island resort in Panama, made waves last year when it introduced the world’s first elevated beach. Now, the property is literally taking its accommodations to greater heights. Instead of opting for the luxe eco lodge’s overwater villas, the resort recently unveiled two, one-bedroom treehouses where you can sleep atop the lush […]
Irregular migration is one of the great challenges of the region and as such, it requires coordinated solutions between our countries. Authorities from the governments of Panama, Colombia and the United States met to coordinate efforts to address irregular migration in the Darién area. In this meeting, “it was agreed to strengthen intelligence work with […]
It’s not often that a UNESCO-listed district can claim a new addition. The historic quarter of Panama City, Casco Viejo (also known as Casco Antiguo), and its brick-lined streets haven’t changed much since the 17th century. Centuries-old churches and the presidential palace brush up against colonial-style, pastel buildings with wrought-iron balconies reminiscent of Old San […]
The signing of this agreement is part of the actions that ARPA promotes through its Sea of Opportunities program. The Association of Panaman Shipowners (ARPA) signed a cooperation agreement with the Panamanian Association of Maritime Law (APADEMAR) for technical collaboration in teaching, research and training projects, as well as in the analysis and review of […]
The Cabinet Council approved the extension of the price of the gallon of solidarity fuel to $3.25 for 95- and 91-octane gasoline, as well as diesel. This measure approved by the Ministers of State will be in force from next February 16 for an additional 44 days, that is, until April 1, 2023. While fuel […]
The National Ministry of Energy announced the new maximum sales prices for liquid fuel in Panama, which reflect an increase and begin to take effect from Friday, February 10. That is, 95-octane gasoline will decrease by 2 cents per liter, 91-octane gasoline will decrease by 2 cents per liter and Diesel will decrease by 8 cents […]
Panama has a new center for waste collection and processing, called Ecospot, which also combines culture, entertainment and learning about the circular economy. The place, inaugurated this week, is located in Multiplaza and has a space for those who visit it to share a moment of recreation, exchange materials or simply relax. There is also […]