The country's political landscape is stagnant, with independents failing to offer a viable alternative. The Pacific trade deal with the US is causing significant anxiety among national producers, as 2026 will bring tariffs that effectively benefit the United States at the expense of local industries. These actions are contrary to the people's interests, as officials remain engrossed in internal power struggles. The decline for national industries is dramatic. There is no real negotiation, as an economist notes that the US is serious and tough in trade matters—a very dangerous situation. The previous administration's attempt to negotiate ended as a mere spectacle. Rumors suggest the best time to introduce the mining issue is late January and early February, when the public is distracted by carnival season. There are also alarming reports that Parque Omar is overrun by ruthless individuals hunting iguanas while the SPI (Security Police) ignore visitor distress calls. Meanwhile, irresponsible people play softball among pedestrians and children. Another year has passed, and political parties continue to fail the Panamanian people, with likely only a few new faces emerging. The president of the Chamber of Commerce reports that unemployment has reached 10.3%, affecting around 225,000 Panamanians. It is alleged that current plans are designed to hide the tragic reality faced by the unemployed. Urgent changes are demanded. The Truth Panama's data for today, Sunday, December 28, 2025. Criminal lawyers express deep concern over the systematic violation of human rights of detainees in various prisons.
