The Institute of Scientific Research and High Technology Services of Panama (Indicasat AIP) inaugurated its new Genomics Laboratory, the result of a cooperation agreement with the National Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation (Senacyt). This laboratory, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, will strengthen the country’s ability to carry out scientific projects based on DNA analysis. It […]
The electricity distribution company Naturgy Panama, announced that it will make an investment of US$630 million aimed at strengthening and modernizing Panama’s electricity distribution system in the next four years. In a statement, the distributor explained that the funds will be allocated mainly to quality projects and maintenance of the existing network, as well as […]
According to that report, the isthmus loses about 165 million dollars in direct taxes, since the country enters 15 monthly containers of cigarettes to local ports, which has become a problem that affects public health, state finances and citizen security. The money generated by the illegal sale of cigarettes goes directly to gangs and organized […]
The issuance of corporate debt and multilateral organizations made in Panama will have access to a broader international market and with greater options to attract investments. The Latin American Stock Exchange (Latinex) announced that access was obtained to Euroclear Bank, a capital market infrastructure and provider of post-trading services, which allows settlement and custody services […]
The General Directorate of Revenue (DGI), of the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), reported that it has implemented a new service called “Verify your Tax Compliance” to make it easier for taxpayers to review their tax obligations on a voluntary basis. Through this button on the official website (dgi.mef.gob.pa), taxpayers can know the status […]
The shipping company ONE-PANAMA (Ocean Network Express) made history by receiving the Fair Logistics Certification from the World Organization of Cities and Logistics Platforms, thus becoming the first international and Panamanian shipping company to obtain this recognition. The delivery of the scrolls was made by the president of the World Organization, Ricardo Partal Silva, who […]
For the sixth consecutive year, the Corporate Reputation Business Monitor (MERCO), presented the rankings of the 100 companies and the 100 leaders with the best reputation, and that of the 100 most responsible companies in Panama in 2023, where the top 3 is led by Copa Airlines (COPA) in first place, Banco General (BG) second […]
CDC is pleased to announce its new Central American/Caribbean Regional Office. This office –located in Panama City, Panama– will work with countries across the region to unify efforts around enhanced #globalhealthsecurity.
The Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) approved the Environmental Impact Study, EsIA, category III, of the Puerto Barú Project to develop a multipurpose port complex in the capital of the province of Chiriquí. This approval validates the long-term vision of the project that will be carried out in phases, over 20 years, at a cost of […]
The CELAC Ministers of Agriculture are preparing to move towards the implementation phase of the CELAC Plan for Food and Nutrition Security and Hunger Eradication 2030 after the conclusion of a successful High-level meeting of Agriculture Ministers in Chile on Tuesday, 16, 2024 at the Food and Agriculture Office (FAO), Regional Office, which saw the […]