Panama Canal initiates 2025-2026 flood control season

Controls and monitoring at Gatun and Alhajuela lakes indicate they are near their maximum operational levels. The Panama Canal begins its 2025-2026 flood control season.

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2025-10-31T19:41:37+00:00

Mitradel intensifies labor operations in Herrera, Los Santos, Coclé, and Chiriquí

The Ministry of Labor of Panama (Mitradel) has intensified labor operations in the provinces of Herrera, Los Santos, Coclé, and Chiriquí. These inspections aim to guide and enforce the current labor laws. The objective is to protect the rights of both workers and employers and to ensure compliance with the laws in the workplace.

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2025-10-31T19:41:30+00:00

Mitradel investigates workplace accident in West Panama

Minister of Labor Jackeline Muñoz de Cedeño has ordered an immediate check into the circumstances of a workplace accident that occurred in West Panama. The investigation is being carried out by the competent authorities.

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2025-10-31T19:40:43+00:00

Comptroller orders seizure of assets from former mayor

Panama's General Comptroller's Office has ordered the seizure of nearly $286,000 in assets from the former mayor of San Miguelito. The action is part of an administrative process due to alleged financial irregularities at the municipal Metro Mall agency in 2022.

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2025-10-31T19:40:08+00:00

Panama Denies Involvement in Drug Trafficking

Panamanian authorities deny that drugs seized by Spain originated from their territory. According to information systems, the vessel had a suspicious contact in the Atlantic. This issue raises questions about international cooperation in combating drug trafficking.