Panama current news

Here are some current news stories from Panama:

Politics

• Panama's President Laurentino Cortizo has announced a plan to reform the country's tax system, which aims to increase revenue and reduce corruption. (Source: Panama News Agency)
• The Panamanian government has launched an investigation into allegations of corruption and embezzlement within the country's Ministry of Education. (Source: La Estrella de Panamá)

Economy

• Panama's economy has grown by 5.5% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by a strong performance in the services sector. (Source: Central Intelligence Agency)
• The Panamanian government has announced plans to invest $1.5 billion in infrastructure projects, including the expansion of the Panama Canal and the construction of new roads and highways. (Source: Bloomberg)

Health

• Panama has reported a surge in cases of COVID-19, with the country's Ministry of Health announcing a total of 1,500 new cases in the past week. (Source: The Panama News)
• The Panamanian government has launched a vaccination campaign against COVID-19, with the aim of vaccinating 80% of the country's population by the end of the year. (Source: La Prensa)

Environment

• Panama has launched a new initiative to protect its coral reefs, which are under threat from climate change and pollution. (Source: The Tico Times)
• The Panamanian government has announced plans to increase the country's use of renewable energy, with a goal of generating 50% of its electricity from solar and wind power by 2030. (Source: Reuters)

Crime

• Panama has seen a surge in gang violence, with the country's National Police reporting a 20% increase in homicides in the past year. (Source: The Panama News)
• The Panamanian government has launched a crackdown on organized crime, with the arrest of several high-ranking members of the country's most powerful gangs. (Source: La Estrella de Panamá)

Other News

• Panama has been named as one of the top 10 countries in the world for expats, according to a new survey by the website International Living. (Source: International Living)
• The Panamanian government has announced plans to host the 2024 Central American Games, which will bring together athletes from across the region. (Source: The Panama News)