In western Panama, the problem of frequent power outages persists, leading to an increase in road accidents and a sense of abandonment by the state. Despite promises, the situation has not improved under the current electric company. In areas such as Las Tres Vueltas, Bijao, and Arte Cruz, as well as in suburban zones along the Pan-American Highway, darkness has become the norm. These territories, located in the province of ChiriquÃ, seem to have been deliberately ignored by the authorities. Local residents and drivers face daily difficulties, but their issues do not receive the proper attention. The author emphasizes that a redistribution of resources and state focus is necessary to ensure all citizens have basic services and to improve road safety. Without this reform, many Panamanians will continue to feel left behind and forgotten in their own regions.
