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Panama's environment ministry temporarily closed Escudo de Veraguas Island to protect ecosystems. Indigenous communities oppose the decision, fearing for their economic stability, and demand dialogue with authorities.

On Friday, December 5th, the city of Penonomé officially kicked off the Christmas season with a festive lighting ceremony. The event, themed 'Santa's Dreams,' brought together hundreds of families in Parque 8 de Diciembre for an evening of carols, activities, and community spirit.

Panama's Ministry of Social Development announced the resumption of social assistance payments in the hard-to-reach areas of Darién province and the Emberá Wounaan region from December 17-21, 2025.

The Penonomé Municipality and Cobre Panama switched on the Christmas lights, inspired by 'Santa's Dreams.' The event brought hundreds of families together in Parque 8 de Diciembre, combining festivities, support for local entrepreneurs, and community bonding.

From January to November, Acodeco conducted 299 scanner verifications in commercial establishments, finding 125 cases of price discrepancies. The authority recommends how for consumers to verify prices and file complaints.

The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) in Darién province has intensified road maintenance in four communities. By applying hot asphalt and laying select material, the MOP in Darién continues its maintenance plan to ensure safer and more accessible land routes. These interventions aim to guarantee safety and accessibility for local residents and producers. Maintenance in Pinogana and Chepigana In the Pinogana district, MOP teams focused on the Los Pavitos community, where roadway formation work was carried out along a 350-meter stretch. Simultaneously, the work extended to the La Palma corregimiento, which belongs to the Chepigana district. In this sector, in addition to surface formation, cleaning of ditches was carried out along 700 meters, a crucial action for stormwater management and road durability. Patching and Laying in Santa Fe The Santa Fe district was also included in the improvement schedule. For this intervention, 40 cubic meters of hot asphalt were applied, covering a distance of 3.2 kilometers. Additionally, in the Nicanor community, the MOP carried out work to lay select material, form the roadway, and clean ditches. Specifically, the stretch connecting Agua Fría with Palmira received hot surface patching work.

Panamanian trade unions demand fair wages and a redistributive economic policy. They have presented proposals to the Ministry of Labor for adjusting the minimum wage, indexing it for inflation, and combating monopolies. While economic growth is expected, inequality levels are rising.

Tomorrow, the IMA Christmas Fair will be held in Aguadulce, where residents can purchase food boxes for $15. Venue and list of items included.

Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino condemned a judge's decision to place a major drug lord under house arrest, calling it 'absolute negligence' and demanding harsher penalties for criminals.

Amenexia platform introduces an AI 'digital seller' in Panama, providing 24/7 personalized service to help online stores boost sales and optimize operations.

Panama's Trade Minister visited South Africa to meet with government and business leaders, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and find new opportunities for exports and investment.

Panamanian Minister of Economy and Finance Felipe Chapman stated that the government is developing plans to significantly increase foreign investment to reduce unemployment and boost fiscal revenue. He noted that the reinvestment of profits by local companies and the attraction of major projects, such as the Panama Canal expansion, have already led to an increase in investment approaching 1% of the country's GDP.