Mulino gives the cup to winners of the Classic President of the Republic
The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, presented the winner's cup to Eric Antonio Del Valle, owner of the Eagle In Love, who under the reins of rider Omar Hernández won the 95th version of the President of the Republic Classic.
This Sunday, the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, accompanied the first lady, Maricel de Mulino, in the celebration of Children's Day: “Around the World in a Day”, organized in conjunction with the mayor of the capital district , Mayer Mizrachi.
Nominated authorities of the electricity sector align with objectives set by President Mulino
The Minister of the Presidency, Juan Carlos Orillac, held, this Friday, a meeting with authorities of entities linked to the operation and regulation of the country's electricity sector, in order to align objectives and work plans, in accordance with the promise of the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, to put order in the provision of public services in the country.
MIDES and Mitradel propose an alliance that will allow the beneficiaries of Padrino Empresario to access the My First Employment project
The Minister of Social Development (MIDES), Beatriz Carles de Arango and her counterpart of Labor and Labor Development (Mitradel), Jackeline Muñoz, are carrying out talks to establish a strategic alliance that will allow the beneficiaries of Padrino Empresario to access the project: Mi Primer Employment, whose main objective is to help guarantee employment for the young population.
Mitradel announces new vacancies available for the capital and the interior of the country
The Ministry of Labor and Labor Development (Mitradel) discloses for this week the new vacancies available for the capital city and the interior of the country, through its electronic Panama Jobs Exchange.
Global fall of the Microsoft 365 platform has low incidence in Panama
The Civil Aeronautics Authority (AAC) reported that Panama's air navigation system does not use the Microsoft 365 platform, so the impact of the computer problem worldwide only has an impact in Panama at the level of airline registration systems.
Mulino: Panama will demonstrate its responsible management of public funds
In his first weekly conference with the media, the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, announced that his government is working on a General State Budget project for the fiscal year 2025 that will show the world that it has the political commitment and economical way of managing public funds with order and responsibility.
The Minister of Commerce and Industries (MICI), Julio Moltó, together with the Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Carlos Hoyos, received the president of Chiquita Brands, Carlos López, who presented an overview of the company's operations.
Türkiye and Panama reinforce commercial alliances in strategic sectors
In an effort to consolidate bilateral trade ties, the Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Carlos Hoyos, together with the Turkish ambassador to Panama, Lebibe Gulhan Ulutekin, participated in the B2B MATCHMAKING business conference, focused on products for the home and kitchen.
The General Directorate of Electronic Commerce (DGCE) of the Ministry of Commerce and Industries (MICI), reported that the Commercial Registry Administration System (SARCOM) tool will soon be available for interested parties who choose to register their platforms or digital sales site before the DGCE online, and complying with the provisions described in Article 71 of Law 51 of July 22, 2008.
he President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, held a meeting, at the Palacio de las Garzas, with the representatives of the Single Union of Construction and Similar Workers (Suntracs), where the Government promised not to carry out any type of pressure against unions like this.
Moltó promotes alliances with businessmen to strengthen the economy
The Minister of Commerce and Industries, Julio Moltó, makes positive progress in the approach strategy with businessmen and interest groups, in line with the national government's strategic plan to promote a solid trade agenda
The Cabinet Council also approved the resolution by which the appointment of Mr. Demetrio Maduro Fernández as director before the Board of Directors of the Tourism Promotion Fund is agreed, to complete the period designated to Mr. Alfonso Steven Tarazi, which expires on December 21. September 2025.
PANAMA CONSOLIDATES IN MADRID, AS AN ATTRACTIVE DESTINATION FOR FOREIGN INVESTMENT
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Panama, Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez, met with his Spanish counterpart José Manuel Albares Bueno, reaffirming the historical ties between both countries and opening a new stage of collaboration, including the possible integration of Panama into MERCOSUR. Furthermore, Spain expressed its solidarity with Panama and its support for the country's exclusion from the European Union lists.
Eloy Alfaro takes office as ambassador to the UN and Delgado to the OAS
The ambassadors to the United Nations (UN) and the Organization of American States (OAS), appointed by the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, took office before the minister in charge of Foreign Affairs, Carlos Guevara Mann.
President Mulino nominated Javier Suárez and Arturo Araúz as administrator and deputy administrator of the Panama Pacific Agency
The President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, nominated architect Javier Suárez Pinzón and Arturo Araúz as administrator and deputy administrator, respectively, of the Panama Pacifico Agency, the entity in charge of developing the multimodal and logistics park of Panama Pacifico (former military base of Howard).
President Mulino appointed Lorenzo Rivera as Director of Seized Assets
President José Raúl Mulino appointed Lorenzo Rivera as the new Director of Administration of Seized Assets of the Ministry of Economy and Finance led by Minister Felipe Chapman.
Kristely Espinoza, a girl affected by a disease called Stargardt, which considerably reduces her visual field, fulfilled, together with the AYOUDAS foundation, one of her most cherished dreams, to meet the President of the Republic José Raúl Mulino.
Authorities suspend concessions and announce audit for land rental
The National Government ordered an audit for possible irregularities in the rental of State land in Colón and its link with the processing of a concession for the commercial exploitation of the airport of this Atlantic city.
President Mulino hands over the national flag to boxer Atheyna Baylon
Boxer Atheyna Bylon and coach Yelko Gómez received the national flag from the President of the Republic of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, with a view to the participation of a delegation of six Panamanian athletes in the XXXIII Olympic Games in Paris, France, 2024 .
President Mulino announces weekly dialogue with citizens and the media
El Presidente presentará los temas de interés nacional y de la agenda del Gobierno y luego responderá preguntas de los periodistas. La rendición de cuentas, la información transparente y clara de los proyectos de Gobierno serán un pilar de la gestión del Presidente.
In a joint initiative with the Municipality of Panama, the Office of the First Lady and the Ministry of the Environment, more than a thousand Guayacán seedlings were planted.
Transforming Cultures and Values, the Network of Children and Youth Orchestras and Choirs of Panama celebrates its eighth anniversary
Its beginnings, with just 180 beneficiaries, date back to 2009 when, through the then National Institute of Culture (now MiCultura), its director María Eugenia Herrera, convinced that music is one of the most powerful tools to generate positive changes in people, the National System of Children's and Youth Orchestras, Bands and Choirs of Panama is created.
Minister of Culture and Panamanian artisans discuss challenges and opportunities for the artisan sector
In this first meeting, topics such as the registration of craft cards, the recovery and preservation of the memory of artisans, training plans, communication strategies, marketing of crafts, and the organization of the Crafts Fair, among others, were discussed.
This is the approach that the World Heritage Center will make for approval at the forty-sixth (46th) session of the World Heritage Convention to be held in New Delhi, India, from 21 to 31 July 2024.
MEMORANDUM BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF PANAMA AND THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON ASSISTANCE AND COOPERATION IN MIGRATION MATTERS
Panama and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding that promotes collaboration in the management of migration.
The Panamanian side hopes that MERCOSUR will define the route to follow to begin the integration process into the bloc.
President Mulino made Panama's connectivity platform available to this block of countries, which includes the Canal.
Increase morale and purification, President Mulino's priorities for the Public Force.
At the event, which took place at the National Police Officers School in the province of Colón, the Panamanian president presented the command flags to Jaime Fernández as the new director of the National Police, Commissioner Luis Antonio De Gracia, director of the SENAN, and Commissioner Jorge Gobea, who will continue to command SENAFRONT.
Mulino Government will make public all the minutes of cabinet councils held since 2014
Among the effects of Resolution No. 61-24, is to lay the foundations for all the minutes of the cabinet councils to be public, including those carried out during the 2014-2019 and 2019-2024 government administrations.
Mulino and Lula Da Silva commit to strengthening the relationship between Panama and Brazil
The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, held a bilateral meeting this afternoon with his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula Da Silva, in which they agreed to strengthen ties between both nations, not only in the commercial field, but in areas such as security, the fight against drug trafficking and international cooperation.
Panama appeals to the support of MERCOSUR to get out of discriminatory lists
The Panamanian president, José Raúl Mulino, asked for the solidarity and support of the countries that make up the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) in their fight to get out of the discriminatory tax lists that have affected the financial center of Panama under false arguments.
MiAMBIENTE applies first-world technology to educate in urban areas
Within the framework of World Environment Day, the Led-Mobile of the Ministry of the Environment was launched in the popular district of San Miguelito, an articulated vehicle equipped with a Led screen 4 ½ meters long by 2 meters. high, with a high-power and high-fidelity sound system, an event chaired by the General Secretary of MiAMBIENTE, Amelie González, directors and officials of the institution.
The Minister of Health, Fernando Boyd Galindo, met with Ana Riviére, representative of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in Panama, with the objective of publicizing the projects that this organization provides to the institution
MIDES Vice Minister, Ricardo Adolfo Landero, advocates for reducing the digital divide
The Vice Minister of Social Development, Ricardo Adolfo Landero Miranda, advocates for the reduction of the digital divide, which constitutes a form of poverty and social exclusion, by depriving a part of citizens of essential resources to develop and generate wealth.
National directors and supervisors meet with Minister Lucy Molinar to develop a work route for academic networks
At the meeting, the importance of strengthening the joint work of supervisors, teachers and school directors to create mechanisms that can articulate the different projects that will be executed in this new administration was highlighted.
Meduca suspends classes in the educational region of Chiriquí
When an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9° was registered this Monday, July 8, south of La Concepción, province of Chiriquí, near the border area of ??Panama with Costa Rica, the Regional Directorate of Education suspended the academic activities in official and private educational centers, to evaluate the state of school facilities.
Open call in Panama for the 'L'Oréal-UNESCO Regional Award for Women in Science Central America and Andean Region' program 2024
With the aim of promoting and recognizing the work carried out by scientists from Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Peru, L'Oréal Groupe Central America and the Andean region announces, together with strategic allies, the opening of the call for the program “For Women in the Science” for the year 2024 in these countries.
URUGUAY SUPPORTS PANAMA'S RAPPROACHING WITH MERCOSUR, DURING BILATERAL MEETING OF FOREIGN MINISTERS
Panama's interest is to create the path to get closer to MERCOSUR, the fifth largest economy in the world. And President Mulino has already announced that he wants to create new markets for Panama and for MERCOSUR to have in Panama a launching platform towards the Caribbean and Central America,” said the Panamanian Foreign Minister.
CAIPI teachers, assistants and administrators complete the process of Strengthening the Quality of the Early Childhood Ecosystem in Panama
Committed to improving the quality of care in the Comprehensive Early Childhood Care Centers (CAIPI), the Ministry of Social Development (MIDES) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) gave 46 educational agents (teachers, administrators, assistants and technical staff) from the Central, Eastern and Northern regions of Panama, diploma certificates in Strengthening the Quality of the Early Childhood Ecosystem in Panama.
Boyd Galindo “our goal is to improve and promote good health care for all Panamanians”
The Minister of Health, Fernando Boyd Galindo, in the company of his work team, was officially installed as head of the Health portfolio, where he reiterated the commitment to strengthen health care with equity and humanization in services.
Mental Health and its importance to improve work and personal quality among civil servants
Mental health is a topic that for health professionals represents great interest due to the consequences it entails towards depression, anxiety and decision making that sometimes reflects negatively, affecting human life.
President Cortizo inaugurates Dr. Adán Ríos Cancer Hospital, in Ciudad de la Salud
The president highlighted that Panama has, as of today, a modern hospital that will care for thousands of Panamanians who suffer from the terrible disease of cancer.
With the latest international technology and innovative treatments, the Cancer Hospital will become a regional reference.
Presidente Cortizo Cohen hizo entrega del Centro de Entrenamiento de Boxeo ‘Tierra de Campeones’
Esta nueva instalación proporciona espacios para alcanzar el mayor rendimiento de los futuros campeones del boxeo panameño.
Durante la visita, el mandatario recordó que el 26 de junio de 1972, hace 52 años, nuestra leyenda del boxeo, Roberto “Manos de Piedra” Durán, conquistó su primer título mundial.
En nombre de la República de Panamá, la canciller Janaina Tewaney Mencomo, expresó su más enérgico rechazo a los acontecimientos suscitados en Bolivia, durante su participación en el 54° Período Ordinario de Sesiones de la Asamblea General de los Estados Americanos (OEA).
INEC AND SENACYT launch Business Innovation Survey
The National Institute of Statistics and Census (INEC) of the Comptroller General of the Republic together with the National Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation (SENACYT) launched the Business Innovation Survey (EIE) 2021-2022, which will be will take place from April 1 to June 30, 2024.
The Panamanian economy, measured through the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), presented an increase of 1.7%. The GDP valued at constant 2018 prices registered an amount of B/.20,498.0 million, which corresponded to an absolute increase of B/.336.5 million.
President Cortizo honors Aresio Valiente López with the General Victoriano Lorenzo Order
This decoration was created as a permanent tribute to the heroism and bravery of one of the most renowned men of indigenous origin in Panama.
Aresio Valiente López, Guna lawyer, has distinguished himself for his performance, commitment and contributions to the development of the country.
JP Morgan reduces risk of credit downgrade for Panama and raises economic growth forecast
Positive news is starting to emerge and we now think that the timing of a possible downgrade could be longer, the report states.
It also improved the gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for this year, raising it from 0.5% to 3.5% year-on-year.
La Secretaría Nacional de Energía aclara que el proyecto Generadora Gatún, conformado por Inter Energy Group (51 %) y AES Panamá (49 %), cuenta con un 93% de ejecución. Al ser el Estado dueño del 50.46% de las acciones de la empresa AES Panamá, su participación en el Proyecto Generadora Gatún es del 24.7 %.
President Cortizo fulfills promise and delivers, in Colón, the Abel Bravo Art and Culture Center
It is one of the most important works of the National Government and responds to a promise from the President of the Republic to the people of Colon.
The Art and Culture Center is one of the most significant restoration projects in Colón; To this end, the old Abel Bravo School building was adapted and rescued, respecting the architectural elements and the pavilions that will now be spaces for the development of various artistic and cultural expressions.
National Government unveils monument in honor and remembrance of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties
The President of the Republic, Laurentino Cortizo Cohen, led the solemn unveiling ceremony of the monument commemorating the Torrijos-Carter Treaties as an act of friendship between the United States and Panama that returned sovereignty to the country, at the end of the American presence and allow the recovery of the Canal, on December 31, 1999.
GOVERNMENT OF PANAMA SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH THE IAI FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE HEADQUARTERS OF ITS EXECUTIVE DIRECTORATE IN OUR COUNTRY
Foreign Minister Janaina Tewaney Mencomo and the executive director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), Anna Stewart Ibarra, signed an agreement in which the Government of Panama authorizes the establishment and operation of the IAI Executive Directorate in Panama.
MINSA and Georgia Augusta University train Senafront doctors
The Ministry of Health, together with the support of the Medical College of Georgia Augusta University, conducted training for the medical personnel of the National Border Service (Senafront).
Panama hands over Pro-Tempore presidency of the Central American Drinking Water and Sanitation Forum
The FOCARD-APS is an organization of the Central American Integration System, which is based on national efforts to improve the coverage and quality of Drinking Water and Sanitation services, uniting the efforts of the governing entities that define sectoral policies and action frameworks.
Minsa collaborates with MITRADEL in launching a campaign to eradicate child labor
The Ministry of Health of the Chiriquí Region, together with the Ministry of Labor, held an awareness day to eradicate child labor in the country, an activity that had as its epicenter the San Cristóbal school, in the district of David.
The Pilot Plan project for Teacher Training at the Piedra Jabón Geosite has generated, among its results, support for compliance with Law 378 of May 3, 2023 on Education Policy for Sustainable Development (SDG).
They reactivate the network of the Plan of Schools Associated with UNESCO-Red Pea
Within the framework of the First Congress of Education for Sustainable Development, the Ministry of Education (Meduca) and UNESCO signed a commitment to reactivate the network of the National Plan of Schools Associated with UNESCO RED-PEA, in which 64 schools in this first phase.
Young man from the Nele Kantule community wins first place in the “Mother Earth” drawing contest
The Ministry of Culture (MiCultura) together with the SOS Albino Foundation handed over 14-year-old Agar Smith, from Guna Yala; Axel Villarreal, also 14 years old, but from the San Miguelito district, and Angie Jiménez, 12 years old, resident in Tocumen, the prizes corresponding to first, second and third place respectively in the third edition of the “Mother Earth” drawing contest.
Productive sector and Government share progress and strategies against child labor
Representatives of the worker sector, employer, Government, civil society and international organizations met this Friday to exchange the progress and challenges of the eradication of child labor in Panama and the region during the forum called “The role of public social actors.” -private sector in the eradication of child labor”.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING SIGNED BETWEEN PANAMA AND UNITED ARAB EMIRATES OFFERS NEW BENEFITS FOR VESSELS OF THE PANAMA REGISTER
The objective of this Memorandum is to establish a collaboration framework between both parties for the development of the “Blue Pass” project, which aims to create a platform that brings together the main actors in the UAE maritime industry, together with partners and interested parties, to offer a series of premium privileges and facilities to the main shipping companies and shipowners visiting the ports and waters of the UAE from all over the world.
In a second meeting on the transition process, at the Ministry of Education (Meduca), the current minister, Maruja Gorday de Villalobos, and her counterpart designated for the position, Lucy Molinar, discussed matters related to human resources, some budgetary issues and administrative, among other programs.
Environmental Management and MiAmbiente join forces to plant trees in Clayton
Commemorating the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, the Directorate of Environmental Management, together with the Ministry of the Environment (MiAmbiente), organized a symbolic tree planting in Clayton, town of Ancón.
Panama adopts a national strategy to promote citizen participation in the fight against climate change
This is a comprehensive effort by the country to confront climate change in a sustainable and equitable manner. This strategy, developed with the support of the Euroclima+ program, is framed in the commitments of the Paris Agreement and seeks to strengthen national capacities to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change.
Health inaugurates three new facilities in San Miguelito
The San Miguelito Health Region (MINSA) inaugurated the new facilities of the regional Health headquarters, the Breastfeeding Room and the Employee Welfare office, located in this institution
PASSPORTS OPENS NEW HEADQUARTERS IN TOCUMEN AIRPORT
The Passport Authority of Panama (APAP) inaugurated a new regional headquarters in Terminal 1 of the Tocumen International Airport. The office will be open to the public from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Minister María Inés Castillo presents the new Public Policy in favor of the Elderly in Panama 2024-2030, “For Healthy Aging”
The Minister of Social Development (MIDES), María Inés Castillo, presented the new Public Policy in favor of Older Persons in Panama 2024-2030, “For Healthy Aging”, in alliance with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA ) and the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean
With a report on Institutional Development, Human Resources, Administration, Legal, Internal Audit and Infrastructure, the transition process began in the Ministry of Culture (MiCultura) in an event chaired by Minister Giselle González Villarrué and her designated counterpart, María Eugenia Herrera.
In a previous evaluation, UNESCO estimates that Panama meets the criteria to achieve registration of the Trans-Isthmic Colonial Route
On the path to achieving recognition of the Trans-Isthmic Colonial Route of Panama (RCTP) as UNESCO World Heritage, this organization recognized through ICOMOS that the country has managed to demonstrate two of the three criteria proposed by Panama.
President Cortizo Cohen sanctions law that creates the Permanent Incentives Program for Retirees and Pensioners
This program will pay two bonuses of fifty balboas (B/.50.00) each, in April and August, respectively, and a third disbursement of forty balboas (B/.40.00), in the month of December, to all retirees and pensioners. of the Social Security Fund.
Cortizo Cohen expressed his recognition to the people who contributed with their effort, talent and dedication to the growth of the country and who today earn very low amounts in their pensions and retirements.
Transition meeting begins in the First Lady's Office
The first lady of the Republic presented a summary of the five years of management.
During this meeting, the wife of the President-elect presented her work team.
In a meeting held, the transition process began in the Ministry of the Environment (MiAMBIENTE), which was attended by Minister Milciades Concepción and the designated minister Juan Carlos Navarro, who was accompanied by Óscar Vallarino, designated vice minister, and Gisela Rivera, who will occupy the position of general secretary
President Cortizo inaugurates the San Antonio Polyclinic, equipped with cutting-edge technology
Built with an investment of more than B/.21 million, the new Policlínica is equipped with advanced technology, which includes an innovative robotic pharmacy to speed up the medication delivery process.
Attention will be given to a population of more than 100 thousand insured, managing to decongest the services at the J. J. Vallarino Polyclinic.
In addition, the meeting analyzed the achievements made, data on the employment programs that were implemented, the 2024 budget and the 2025 draft, the organizational chart, and the importance of continuing the dialogue as an appropriate mechanism to achieve the transformations was highlighted. that the country requires, said Minister Zapata.
VII Panamanian Space Sciences Olympiad will be held from June 13 to 15
This year, 300 students from official and private schools took the preselection test. Of these, 33 students qualified with the best scores and represent the regions of Chiriquí, Coclé, Herrera, Los Santos, Veraguas, Panamá Oeste, Panamá Centro, Panamá Norte and San Miguelito.
PANAMA FOREIGN OFFICE IS RECOGNIZED AS AN OUTSTANDING PARTNER OF SOUTH-SOUTH AND TRIANGULAR COOPERATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS
As a Featured Partner in 2024, the Foreign Ministry presents the Catalog of South-South and Triangular Cooperation of the Republic of Panama and three good practices or “solutions” related to health, water and sanitation, and inequality
Ambassadors present credential letters to President Cortizo Cohen
Accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Janaina Tewaney Mencomo, the president received the credentials of the ambassador of the People's Republic of China, Xi Xueyuan; from Argentina, Sandra Rosana Pitta; and from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, James Edward Dauris.
President Cortizo Cohen visits the Generadora Gatún plant, which is 93% complete
Generadora Gatún, the largest power plant in the country and Central America based on natural gas, is estimated to begin operations in October 2024, generating 670MW
The initial workforce of the project reached up to 75% of the labor force from Colon. It currently employs more than 2,100 workers, who are carrying out construction work, of which 53% are from the Atlantic coast.
MINISTERIAL TRANSITION MEETING BETWEEN CHANCELLORS TEWANEY AND MARTÍNEZ ACHA
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Janaina Tewaney Mencomo, received the designated minister, Javier Martínez Acha, along with his work team, to begin the ministerial transition.
First quarter of 2024 exceeds the number of real estate incorporations under the PH regime
A report from the PH Directorate of the Ministry of Housing and Territorial Planning (Miviot) highlights that in the first four months of 2024, 2,134 real estate units were incorporated, while in that period of 2023 there were 1,914, a difference of 220 additional units assigned. , which is equivalent to 11.49% growth.
TRANSITION BEGINS IN THE AGRICULTURAL MARKETING INSTITUTE
This first meeting served to present to the new IMA authorities a detailed report on the main efforts carried out by the institution, highlighting the Food Solidarity programs and their components of agricultural fairs, agricultural stores and agro-distributors.
They will provide financing for the execution of musical projects with the opening of the Ibermúsicas 2024 call
The Ibermúsicas program of which Panama is a part represented by the Ministry of Culture of Panama (MiCultura) makes all agents in the music sector available to present projects from June 15 to October 1, 2024, according to the lines of aid that have been contemplated for its cycle of calls.
The Luz del Ciego Board of Trustees is certified as an authorized entity under the Marrakech Treaty
Users of the Patronato del Luz del Ciego have a new opportunity to access more than 635 thousand texts in accessible formats following the certification as an authorized entity under the Marrakech Treaty of this institution by the Ministry of Culture (MiCultura), which will allow them the cross-border exchange of these texts with authorized entities in other countries.
INADEH and Infoplazas prepare technical cooperation agreement
The National Institute of Vocational Training and Training for Human Development (INADEH) held a fruitful meeting with Infoplazas, free community centers that offer Internet access and technology to citizens. At this meeting, opportunities for joint work were explored and the formalization of a cooperation agreement was discussed.
MiAMBIENTE and COONAPIP sign technical cooperation agreement
he Ministry of the Environment (MiAMBIENTE) and the National Coordinator of Indigenous Peoples of Panama (COONAPIP) signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement. This agreement aims to implement and strengthen national environmental policies in collective territories and indigenous regions.
Professors from the University of Panama formalize their Union after receiving Legal Status from Mitradel
The Minister of Labor and Labor Development, Doris Zapata Acevedo, delivered the Legal Status to the National Union of Professors of the University of Panama (SINAPRUP).
Minister María Inés Castillo holds the first transition meeting with Beatriz Carles de Arango, Minister of Social Development designated for the period 2024-2029
With the aim of starting the transition process in a transparent and organized manner, the Minister of Social Development (MIDES), María Inés Castillo, and the Vice Minister Milagros Ramos Castro, met with the designated minister, Beatriz Carles de Arango and part of her work team.
The Tourism Authority celebrates the creation of the Gastronomic Tourism Chamber of Panama
The Panama Tourism Authority is committed to providing all the necessary support for the success of the Gastronomic Tourism Chamber of Panama, collaborating in the promotion of gastronomic events, the dissemination of Panamanian cuisine abroad and the creation of policies that promote the sustainable development of gastronomic tourism.
They carry out final finishes for delivery of the “Mickey” Sierra housing complex in San Miguelito
This project, developed in the heart of the San Miguelito district, in the community of Santa Marta, district of Belisario Frías, will house a total of 400 low-income families, including older adults and people with disabilities.
Panama has four territorial planning plans in execution and 10 in development
With these local and partial plans, which aim to promote the use, occupation and management of the land, in accordance with the economic, social, urban and environmental objectives in the study area, a population of approximately 68 thousand 663 Panamanians benefits. .
Panama reaffirms its commitment to population and development policies in the Second Report on Progress in the Implementation of the Montevideo Consensus
The Second National Report of the Montevideo Consensus, prepared by MIDES, the Technical Secretariat of the Social Cabinet (STGS), civil society and other institutions, includes 98 follow-up measures on nine priority topics, such as women, children, adolescence, youth, older people and indigenous peoples, among others.
Minister María Inés Castillo presents the progress, challenges and challenges of children and adolescents in Panama
With the purpose of strengthening the System of Guarantees and Comprehensive Protection of the Rights of Children and Adolescents in Panama, the Minister of Social Development (MIDES), María Inés Castillo, presented the progress, challenges and challenges within the framework of the Plan Strategic Plan of the National Government 2019-2024, outlined for children and adolescents.
Panama's election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council is a triumph of foreign policy
Foreign Minister Janaina Tewaney Mencomo highlighted that Panama's achievement is thanks to the work of Panamanian foreign policy led by the President of the Republic, Laurentino Cortizo Cohen.
Panama will assume, as of January 1, 2025, a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the sixth time with the highest percentage of votes obtained in the five times it has been a member.
WITH 96% OF THE VOTES, PANAMA IS ELECTED TO THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL
The Republic of Panama achieved a position as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, for the period 2025-2026, after obtaining 183 of 190 votes, in the elections held in the 78th period of sessions of the UN General Assembly. .
Requirements for the application of the yellow fever vaccine
The Metropolitan Health region, through the Nursing department, informs the population and especially those who will travel outside the country, that the yellow fever vaccine must be applied 10 days before the trip.
The National Institute of Vocational Training and Training for Human Development (INADEH) began registration for the INADEH 2024 Hackathon, an innovation event where entrepreneurs who graduated from INADEH meet to create and design innovative solutions to identified problems. The solutions must have a social impact in specific communities and must be replicable in other areas.
The orderly and democratic transition continued with the Ministry of the Presidency
The Minister of the Presidency, José Simpson Polo, and the minister designated for that branch, Juan Carlos Orillac, led this third transition meeting for the change of Government.
ADDITIONAL CREDITS APPROVED TO COVER PAYMENTS TO PRODUCERS, SUPPLIERS AND PURCHASE FIRST NECESSITY FOODS
This amount will cover pending payments to producers and suppliers for an amount of B/.16,266,904 and the acquisition of essential foods that will be sold in IMA farm stores, agro-distributors and agro-fairs for B/.19,973,340.
They implement innovative projects to promote efficiency Technological Advances in the DGI to Optimize Tax Management
Seeking to revolutionize its work methods and strengthen its relationships with taxpayers, the General Directorate of Revenue (DGI) of the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) develops various projects in acquisition and implementation to optimize tax management.
The Más Móvil Foundation, Banco Nacional de Panama and the Lions Club launch the “Let's Recycle Together for Panama” campaign
“Let's Recycle Together for Panama” seeks to promote a culture of environmental responsibility and sustainability, in line with global efforts to address climate change and environmental protection, joining forces to implement educational programs, awareness campaigns and concrete actions that promote recycling electronic waste throughout Panamanian territory.
In the second transition meeting, Cortizo and Mulino address the issue of the State's public finances
The head of the MEF, Héctor Alexander, presented a detailed presentation to the president-elect, José Raúl Mulino, and the designated MEF minister, Felipe Chapman, on the situation of the country's economy and the public finances of the Panamanian State.
First Lady, Yazmín Colón de Cortizo holds first meeting with Maricel de Mulino, wife of the President-elect
Colón de Cortizo received the wife of the president-elect at the presidential residence
The current first lady shared part of the work she did during her five years in office.
Chamber Group Festival promotes young people with musical talent
More than 30 activities, including concerts and workshops, will be part of the 2024 edition of the Chamber Group Music Festival, which will take place from June 13 to 30 and will have various stages in the capital city and the provinces of Chiriquí, Veraguas and Coclé.
OPENS THE PROJECT PRESENTATION PLATFORM FOR IBERESCENA 2024/2025
The Ministry of Culture (MiCultura) informs all professionals dedicated to the performing arts in Panama, cultural managers, groups and companies, that until July 30, the 2024/2025 call for the Aid Fund program for Ibero-American Performing Arts- IBERESCENA.
President Cortizo Cohen and President-elect Mulino lead first transition meeting
President Cortizo Cohen highlighted that his administration will carry out a unique, transparent and exemplary transition that will serve as a reference for future changes of government in the Executive Branch.
CSS pays tribute and strengthens ties of cooperation with security establishments
Security personnel were honored by the authorities of the Social Security Fund during the civic event, where their commitment, courage and dedication to the benefit of the well-being and safety of citizens were highlighted.
CSS and Israel strengthen ties through friendly spaces in Ciudad de la Salud
On the outside of Ciudad de la Salud, a garden donated by the Embassy of Israel to the Government of Panama was built that highlights the ties of friendship between both countries.
Development perspectives that boost talent and competitiveness in Panama
Leaders from the business, government and educational sectors met at the “Talent in Panama: Challenges and Opportunities” forum, a key initiative to promote synergy between these sectors, organized by the Chamber of Multinational Company Headquarters (CASEM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industries of Panama (MICI) and City of Knowledge, who offered deep perspectives on talent development in the current context.
President delivers Isberyala, first indigenous resettlement project in Panama
The housing solutions of the project, which was built with 12.2 million balboas and in a 14-hectare polygon, have a 300-meter plot of land, an aqueduct system, parks, as well as the construction of the House of Congress and the traditional House of La Chicha, complying with the customs and traditions of the Guna people.
President Cortizo Cohen delivers remodeling works and reopens the new Rommel Fernández Stadium
With this ceremony, the reopening of the stadium was carried out, which will be the scene of the final of the Panamanian Soccer League and the games that the National Team will face for the 2026 Soccer World Cup qualifiers.
A statue was unveiled in honor of the late Luis “Matador” Tejada, top scorer of the National Soccer Team.
President Cortizo participates in the delivery ceremony of 8 UH-1ST helicopters donated by the United States Government
The president thanked the United States government for its collaboration and cooperation.
These aircraft donated through the INL-SENAN Program will be used in operations against drug trafficking and irregular migration and its related crimes, as well as in humanitarian aid operations.
The First Lady's Office brings Social Assistance to families of Nuevo Vigía in the Emberá Wounaan Region
The inhabitants of Nuevo Vigía received health care.
Donations were given to families after social evaluation.
The educational center received the donation of 12 tablets.
President Cortizo awards the National Order of Division General Omar Torrijos Herrera to a priest
For his relevant merits as an ecclesiastic and educator and invaluable educational and spiritual contributions to the country.
He has been a parish priest in different communities and a member of the Presbyterial Council of the Archdiocese of Panama.
President Cortizo delivers 300 houses for more than 1,300 inhabitants of Gardí Sugdub Island
The residents will settle in the Nuevo Cartí urbanization on the mainland, in a safer area and with amenities such as water, electricity, parks, among other facilities.
President Cortizo Cohen called on developed countries to cooperate in the emission of clean energy to alleviate the climate crisis affecting the world.
First Lady's Office provides social assistance to communities in the Capira district
Social assistance was provided with donations to about 150 families from three communities in the La Trinidad district in the Capira district.
About 13 pre-media students received tablets.
Together with Mides and Meduca, the computer room was adapted and eight laptops were donated.
SIGNING OF COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY OF PANAMA AND THE PRESTIGIOUS COLLEGE OF EUROPE
The signing of this Agreement represents an important milestone for our Diplomatic Academy, since it is the first cooperation agreement that the prestigious house of studies signs with a Latin American country. This action underlines the commitment of both parties to academic excellence and professional development in the diplomatic field.
Panama regulates the operation of its Public Employment Service
The Ministry of Labor and Labor Development (Mitradel), regulated the Public Employment Service of Panama through Executive Decree No. 3 of April 22, 2024, establishing the legal provisions for the operation of a Public Employment Service in accordance with the established by Convention 88 of the International Labor Organization (ILO), ratified by Panama in 1970 and by the second chapter of the Labor Code related to the placement of workers and the Employment Service.
COOPERATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The implementation of this collaboration will promote inclusive and equitable environments for all women entrepreneurs and professionals, through the transfer of knowledge, the exchange of experiences and the implementation of programs that allow them to develop their potential.
A total of 495 minors will occupy the resettlement in the Guna Region, when the moves from Gardí Sugdub Island to the Nuevo Cartí Urbanization project, renamed by the Gunas as Isber Yala, are completed.
This is a population between zero and 17 years old, where 241 are males and 254 are females.
National Government closes discretionary item 2019-2024 of the President of the Republic
The detailed expenses of the Higher Office Program fund are published on the website of the Ministry of the Presidency until April 2024, with the aim that anyone can consult them, observing the date, the amount spent, the beneficiaries. and the suppliers of each use.
They coordinate actions for labor equality with a gender focus
The SIGénero Program is part of the 2030 agenda of the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically in the goal number of “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls, SDG numbers 8 and 16 to “promote economic growth, inclusive and sustainable, full and productive employment and decent work for all.
Mitradel inspectors are trained on ILO Convention 129
Panama ratified this agreement in 2022, with the firm purpose of carrying out labor inspections at the national level that allow identifying labor deficiencies within this economic activity and guaranteeing safe and sustainable work spaces.
Panama presents significant achievements in the protection of children's rights before the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child
In an effort to strengthen the protection of children's rights, Panama submitted the First Report of the Second Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child before the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child, in Geneva, Switzerland. addressing the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography.
MIRE, MEF and UNDP analyze progress and challenges of Budget Management based on Results
The Results-Based Management approach favors the articulation between State resources and the establishment of goals, in order to achieve concrete results that put citizens at the center of public policies, while making public spending more efficient. .
MIDES, UNICEF and CAF present three “Guides of care practices” that strengthen positive parenting and early childhood learning and development of boys and girls in Panama
The Ministry of Social Development, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) presented the three community and family modality guides, which will contribute to the strengthening of practices of care, positive parenting and early childhood learning and development of boys and girls from 0 to 47 months of age in Panama.
Minister María Inés Castillo presents the Action Plan for the strengthening and continuous improvement of Conditional Monetary Transfer Programs
The Action Plan, prepared with the support of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), was presented by the Ministry of Social Development (MIDES) to government entities, non-governmental organizations, financing and international cooperation organizations, unions and communities that are part of the coordination and management of the PTMC.
They recognize the contribution of the black ethnic group to the development of the country
The contribution that the descendants of the black ethnic group have made to the growth of the country was praised during a tribute made to this group, which occupies a predominant space in society.
Meduca and Innova Nation present entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability initiative for a thousand students
Innova offers various types of educational programs, events, challenges and innovation, which are framed in the three pillars throughout the country and has impacted more than 15 thousand students and visited more than 200 schools in the official and private sectors. In addition, they have worked on more than 100 alliances with public and private companies in favor of education.
LAUNCH OF THE DIGITAL CAMPUS OF THE COPERNICUSLAC CENTER PANAMA
The General Directorate of International Partnerships of the European Union (DG INTPA) and the European Space Agency (ESA), together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIRE), the National Authority for Government Innovation of Panama (AIG) and the National Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation (Senacyt), announced today the opening of the Digital Campus of the Copernicus Center for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) based in Panama (CopernicusLAC Panama).
CHANCELLOR TEWANEY PARTICIPATED IN THE OPENING OF THE L ANNUAL COORDINATION MEETING OF THE IOM REGIONAL POLITICAL COMMITTEE
On February 28, the Government of Panama welcomed the decision of the IOM to establish a Regional Office in our country, as a meeting point for the convergence and strengthening of relations with the Member States of the Organization, starting from July 1, 2024
CSS highlights the work of outstanding medical professionals
During the event he was recognized with the “Dr. Jorge Abadía Arias” and delivery of Scrolls, to 28 doctors and specialists distinguished for their extensive career for the benefit of patients and the country, in the grade of “Excellent Professional” and “Excellent Teacher”.
In five years, Humanitarian Hub provides aid to millions of people in Latin America
The Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH) sent more than seven thousand tons of humanitarian aid to the entire continent in the last 5 years.
Meduca advances in consultations for the regulation of Law 88 of indigenous peoples
During the ordinary session of the National Council for the Comprehensive Development of Indigenous Peoples (Condipi), the accountability of the Government's management in this five-year period to the indigenous peoples was presented, in which the Ministry of Education (Meduca) supported the efforts. and progress during this administration, regarding the issue of the regulation of Law 88 of November 22, 2010 and other
Panama will participate in the international RoboCup Junior competition
The Tech Titans teams from the Arnulfo Arias Madrid Professional and Technical Institute, in the 'On Stage' category, and CamRobot, from the Metropolitan Adventist School, in the 'Rescue Line' category, will represent Panama in the RoboCupJunior in the international event to be held in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
Meduca receives 102 guides from the OEI that can be updated
The Ministry of Education (Meduca) received from the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI) 102 didactic complexes (guides), which include from initial education to ninth grade, which arise as a result of a real and exhaustive intervention, with which it seeks improve the quality of teaching.
Ninth version of the 2024 National Spelling Bee opens registrations
The organizers of the ninth National Spelling Bee 2024 announced that, as of May 15, registration will begin for all 4th grade students. to 6th. primary education degree from official and private schools throughout the country and these culminate on June 30.
President Cortizo Cohen imposes the Marta Matamoros decoration on the union leader Sonia Ortega García
Sonia Judith Ortega García de Montoya is a defender of the union rights of working women in Panama.
This decoration has the objective of paying the country's tribute to a woman of integrity, of notable civic virtues and an exemplary social, political and cultural career.
UN Women, MIDES, Microsoft and Mastercard launch #TodasConectadas to promote the digitalization of Panamanian women entrepreneurs
Through #TodasConectadas, the nearly 500,000 entrepreneurs and owners of small and medium-sized businesses in Panama will be able to acquire the skills, tools and knowledge they require to digitalize their businesses and increase their positive impact on the communities in which they operate.
Rubella and Measles doses are still available during vaccination days
After achieving a successful 95% coverage in the follow-up vaccination against Rubella and Measles, the nursing teams of the Ministry of Health in Chiriquí will maintain the application of these doses for children under 4 years of age who for some reason cannot they received the same.
MiAmbiente, publishes a statement, aimed at natural and legal persons interested in promoting emissions reduction projects within the National territory.
MiAMBIENTE signs agreement with the Training and Forestry Institute of Panama (INAFOP)
This framework cooperation agreement aims to develop joint activities in academic and scientific areas, such as development of a research program, execution of plans and programs that support the dissemination and training of key actors in charge of directly preserving the environment and natural resources.
MiAMBIENTE continues with the construction of ecological stoves in Colón
This Atiza Esperanza program will impact more than 178 benefited families who reside in the communities that are within the Colmena Plan in the province of Colón
Road Improvement Project in Boquerón is advancing at a good pace
The Design, Construction, Rehabilitation and Financing of Streets and Roads project in the Boquerón district, executed by the Ministry of Public Works, has reached a physical progress of 53.22 percent.
MICI opens 1st Call for Exams for Real Estate Brokers
The Ministry of Commerce and Industries (MICI), through the Technical Board of Real Estate and Real Estate, informs interested parties that the First Call for Exams for Real Estate Brokers is now open, to be held in the province of Chiriquí, with limited quotas.
Warning to citizens for scam by alleged financial companies
The population is invited to consult the official website of the General Directorate of Financial Companies: (empresasfinancieras.mici.gob.pa) to verify the companies duly authorized to carry out financial activity.
Office of the First Lady and Minsa hold a health day in Felipillo
The "Health on Wheels" clinics provided specialized services.
The See and Hear to Learn program carried out visual screening for people over 40 years of age.
MiCultura anuncia lanzamiento de la 44° versión del Feria Nacional de Artesanías en Atlapa
The National Crafts Fair organized by the Ministry of Culture and which will take place from June 19 to 23 at the ATLAPA Convention Center with the participation of nearly 400 artisans will be part of the Visit Panama calendar promoted by the Panama Tourism Authority.
They present the cultural, historical and tourist value of the Trans-Isthmic Colonial Route to representatives of embassies
Continuing with the efforts to achieve the inscription of the proposed Trans-Isthmic Colonial Route of Panama on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Ministry of Culture (MiCultura) held an information day aimed at representatives of diplomatic missions in Panama, about this country project.
President Cortizo Cohen visits first phase of the Elida Díaz Central Control and Monitoring Unit of Idaan
The president received the Idaan Master Plan, a crucial step of this administration to improve the quality and access to water in our country, prioritizing well-being and sustainable development.
The Master Plan took into account the recommendations of the Bicentennial Pact.
The First Lady of the Republic and the MIDES minister inaugurate the first exhibition of STEAM projects between CAIPI
The event, which took place in the City of Arts, located in the Llanos de Curundú, was inspired by the FIRST LEGO LEAGUE FLL 2024 Educational Program, whose central theme is "MASTERPIECE - "MASTERPIECE
President Cortizo Cohen highlights that his government was “open doors” with the business sector
The president participated in the inauguration of the board of directors of the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama for the period 2024-2025, which will be chaired by Juan Alberto Arias Strunz.
The President-elect of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, also attended the activity of the business union.
President Cortizo Cohen delivers the health centers of Las Mañanitas and Caimitillo, equipped and with health personnel
• The president highlighted that after facing challenges such as the pandemic, the National Government delivers these important works and reaffirms that it has been the administration that has made the largest social investment in the history of the country.
• The Las Mañanitas Health Center benefits more than 60 thousand inhabitants of Panama East, and the Caimitillo one will serve an estimated population of 28 thousand people from Panama North.
Plan Progreso reaches 51 low-income families in Macaracas and Tonosí
Plan Progreso is one of the main programs developed by Miviot at the national level and consists of the construction of a complete housing solution with the option of expanding it for the greater comfort of the family or for a business.
Miviot will pay commitments with B/.127.8 million of additional approved credit
The Ministry of Housing and Territorial Planning (Miviot) will honor its pending commitments with promoters of the Housing Solidarity Fund and contractors
President Cortizo praises the professional work of nurses when inaugurating the headquarters of the National Directorate. of nursing
President Cortizo Cohen fulfills his commitment to the country's nurses by creating the National Nursing Directorate and granting them headquarters in building 240 in the Ministry of Health
President Cortizo Cohen signs decree that regulates the new Medicines Law
One of the primary actions of the Government's Strategic Plan in terms of health was to go from “there is no” to “yes there is” in the supply of medicines.
Cortizo Cohen recognizes the work and commitment of the "apostles of the field."
The governor praised, on Producer's Day, the commitment, sacrifice and dedication of the men and women of the countryside who, in the midst of a pandemic, increased production and guaranteed the supply of food in the country.
Panama and Colombia sign memorandum of understanding to strengthen the competitiveness of students
- This alliance will make it possible to strengthen skills and competences, favoring the increase of employability and entrepreneurship, in times where innovation and creativity under a technological approach represent a significant and transformative value for society.
President Cortizo Cohen enacts a law promoting agrotourism in Panama.
The activity is an important part of the Colmena Plan, focused on improving the quality of life of Panamanians and Panamanians of the 300 most vulnerable townships.
President Cortizo: "Today is a day of victory for Panama"; starts APA operation.
- The ruler fulfills his promise with the agricultural sector to eliminate the AUPSA, an entity that became "a food import highway" during the local harvest season. - Cortizo Cohen signed Executive Decree No. 125 of September 29, 2021 that regulates Law 206 of 2021, which creates the Panamanian Agency.
President Cortizo receives the United States Deputy National Security Advisor for the International Economy.
- The Chief Executive stressed that “Panama is the country with the best connectivity by sea and air in Latin America and the Caribbean. - Build Back Better World is an initiative led by the United States that seeks to invest in human infrastructure, for the benefit of the Panamanian people.
Office of the First Lady brings donations to the Parará Purú Community
More than 160 people between adults and children are benefited with the Social Assistance tour.
There are 56 families affected by the aid thanks to the MAPFRE-APROB agreement.
President Cortizo calls at the UN on the international community to face the challenge of irregular migration.
- He also called for an international effort to provide the necessary vaccines to all countries for global economic recovery. - He highlighted the Panama Solidario Plan and the vaccination process as successful challenges to combat the pandemic caused by Covid-19.
Panama will build the Mariano Rivera High Performance Baseball Training Center.
- President Cortizo Cohen was an honorary witness at the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Pandeportes and MLB. - The establishment of this center will allow baseball players from Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia and Nicaragua, among other countries, to be trained in Panama. - The Chief Executive will have their participation
President Cortizo Cohen announces construction of dormitories at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences in Chiriquí
The president said that thanks to a successful vaccination program and teamwork, we are among the best in the world at the same time he informed that thanks to this work there was the enormous possibility of holding the International Fair of David and that of Azuero.
President Cortizo highlights Panama's climate to make good investments
Cortizo Cohen also visited the Nevada production plant in Chiriquí and took the opportunity to reiterate the advantages of Panama as a place for good investments due to the solidity of its institutions, social peace and the Government's respect for the established rules of the game.
MIVIOT executes projects to provide housing for more than 100,000 Panamanians in the coming years.
10,920 bonds have been delivered from the Housing Solidarity Fund, in which the Government contributes B / .10 thousand so that families have access to homes whose cost does not exceed B / .60 thousand.
13 thousand citizens successfully obtain their QR code to enter the Panama vs Costa Rica match
For the September 8 game against the Mexico national team, fans who wish to participate in this game will have to make the same dynamic request for the QR code as in the game with Costa Rica.
AIG Administrator is recognized as Exemplary Panamanian 2021
The pandemic accelerated the country's digital transformation and has allowed it to have platforms for a better logistical organization in the vaccination process and testing for Covid-19, as well as the issuance of safe conducts to transit.
President Cortizo Cohen reiterates support for the industrial sector
- Announces preparation of the national strategy for the industrial sector in order to expand its products to international markets. - Reiterates the call to the productive sector to work together, with the aim of achieving economic recovery for the benefit of the country.
President Cortizo Cohen: "the economic reactivation is advancing with good steps"
He stressed that the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), projects a growth for Panama of 12%, one of the highest in the region.
President Cortizo highlights that Panama is among the first countries in the world with complete vaccination.
- The Jaime Melamed School of Excellence is delivered, in Montijo, with an investment of B / .1.9 million. Through CON Schools, 62 schools were repaired in Veraguas, benefiting 10,783 students. - In the Boró township, the rehabilitation of production roads was completed and an order to proceed was issued
High Commissioner for Human Rights greets Panama on the initiative of the Bicentennial Pact Closing the Gap
- "What they are doing in Panama can be considered an example for many other nations," said Michelle Bachelet. - He maintains that it is an opportunity “almost a privilege” for Panama to renew and perfect its democracy.
President Sanctions Law that creates the Civil Protection Career
The rights and duties of public servants who provide services in the National Civil Protection System will be regulated.
Civil Protection Career will be based on criteria of equality, efficiency, loyalty, transparency, honesty, competence and professionalism.
President delivers works for more than B / .11.5 million in Chame and San Carlos.
- "It is important that in a democratic country the system works and that we are not the ones to point out and judge," said President Cortizo Cohen. - CON Escuelas repaired the 27 educational centers programmed with an investment of B / .346,300.00.
President Cortizo Cohen, instructs MIDES to proceed with the third payment of the PTMC to more than 30 thousand beneficiaries in areas of difficult access
President Cortizo Cohen, instructs MIDES to proceed with the third payment of the PTMC to more than 30 thousand beneficiaries in areas of difficult access
Cortizo asks Panamanians to get vaccinated against the pandemic.
- 9 out of 10 Panamanians who die from the virus, had not been vaccinated. - The Government has not approved leave without pay. Everything is under evaluation.
President Cortizo Cohen advances in the execution of the Colmena Plan during the GTC in Herrera.
- MEDUCA delivered an order to proceed to make improvements for B / .4.3 million in the Rafael Quintero Villarreal School in Ocú.
- The Colmena Plan seeks to impact 300 townships in the country with multidimensional poverty in order to lay the foundations to reduce poverty and inequality.
First Lady delivers a donation of tents and chairs to the National Oncological Institute
The donation includes a total of two awnings, valued at B /. 11,614.20; that will help make waiting for patients and families more comfortable.
Around 400 patients attend the National Cancer Institute daily with their families. For biosecurity measures, many of them have to wait outside.
Additionally, the Office of the First Lady donated 25 folding chairs, 4 fans, 2 televisions and other supplies.
Cabinet approves B / .30.5 million in electricity subsidy in favor of about one million customers.
This measure seeks to continue benefiting the final electricity customers, as part of the economic mitigation mechanisms established in the face of the pandemic to help the most vulnerable sectors.
President delivers new schools and announces sweeping vaccination on circuit 12-3, Ngäbe-Buglé region
- President announces, for the last week of September, vaccination against Covid-19 from the age of 12 in the 12-3 circuit.
- During this Community Work Tour, the President of the Republic was accompanied by: Rocío Medina, IDB representative in Panama; Cristian Munduate, resident coordinator of the United Nations; José Ramón Icaza, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama; and Adorinan Sánchez, FAO representative in Panama.
IDB President highlights Panama as a key country for the economic reactivation of the region.
President Cortizo Cohen thanks the IDB for its great support to the vaccination program, the digitization of entities such as the AIG and the Colmena Plan, which seeks to lay the foundations for the fight against poverty and inequality.
Recipients of the Digital Voucher can check the status of their benefit
Among the objectives of the New Panama Solidario Plan are to mitigate that, as a consequence of the pandemic, poverty and inequality increase; facilitate the economic recovery process, encourage the improvement of the beneficiaries with training opportunities, encourage the participation of people in solving the problems of their communities and preserve social peace.
President Cortizo: Omar Torrijos' legacy is imitated with deeds and not words
- President delivers buffalo to farmers in Coclesito and legal status to the Association of Bufaleros. - The Government will lay the foundations and route to new conquests with the Colmena Plan, the Bicentennial Pact and a torrijista style of government.
Affidavit of Digital Health begins to rule in Panama
Passengers entering the national territory by air, land or sea must present the Affidavit of Digital Health, prior to boarding at the airline, the port of embarkation or the company that carries out the transport.
Join public-private efforts in support of visual learning environments
SAMSUNG contributed 160 smart boards through FUNDESTEAM to support MEDUCA and MIDES.
The devices will be used as part of the STEAM education strategy promoted by the Office of the First Lady.
The contribution will directly benefit more than 44 thousand. students from 123 public educational centers and 13 CAIPIS.
President delivers orders to proceed for B / 11.7 million for works in the district of San Miguelito.
Several internal roads and streets of the district will also be repaired. - The House of Culture was inaugurated in San Miguelito, a work longed for by the community, and more than 14 entities provided benefits from the different programs that the National Government executes.
President Cortizo Cohen announces vaccination of more than 150 thousand people in San Miguelito
Panama has received more than 1 million doses to strengthen the vaccination program throughout the country. - Patients with chronic diseases and people with disabilities can be vaccinated from the age of 12
Government guarantees continuity of the ‘See and Hear to Learn’ Program through the signing of a cooperation agreement
The hearing and vision health program is led by the Office of the First Lady.
"Seeing and Hearing to Learn" has benefited more than 700 children so far in 2021.
The Specialized University of the Americas is the Firm's main ally in this initiative.
President Cortizo announces the reactivation of 74 projects and begins the ‘Recovering My Neighborhood’ program in Colón.
In Colón, B / .19.3 million will be invested for the rehabilitation of 65 multi-family housing buildings. - A consortium of three Panamanian companies will resume the Ciudad de la Salud project, which the two previous administrations did not finish.
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Japan proposes to make significant investments in Panama, such as infrastructure for Line 3 of the Metro and in the construction of the tunnel through the Canal. - Japan is the second user of the Canal and 70% of its maritime fleet sails with the Panamanian flag.
President Cortizo Cohen's tour projects the arrival of more foreign investment to Panama
Signing of a memorandum of understanding between the National Secretariat of Energy of Panama and Energy Transfer to study the feasibility of joint participation in a Trans-Panama Gateway Pipeline project.
President Cortizo meets with Texas businessmen to attract investment to Panama.
The president's work tour has yielded important results, such as the investment of 250 million dollars to be made by the multinational Millicom in Panama.
Panama wins technological award becoming a benchmark for innovation in America
The AIG has enabled multiple resources in different institutions to accelerate the digital transformation processes of government entities in charge of managing the pandemic.
Innovation: Banconal promotes the first Jorge Conte Porras Writing Contest
More than B / .30,000.00 in prizes will be distributed by Banco Nacional among the winners of the categories. Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Video and Writing.
121,680 new doses of vaccines against Covid-19 arrive.
The doses will reinforce Operation PanavaC-19 with sweeping days in the provinces of Herrera and Los Santos, as well as in the town of Juan Díaz, on circuit 8-8
President Cortizo Cohen meets with investors from the Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
On the first day of the work tour in Texas, a memorandum of understanding was also signed with the Energy Transfer company, which would provide the opportunity for Panama to establish itself as a distribution center for petroleum products in the world.
The President announces a tender to build a new pier in Puerto Armuelles
During the community work tour in Chiriquí, the president delivers 128 homes to families who lost their homes last year due to hurricanes Eta and Iota.
AIG highlights initiative for the creation of the Vacunatón 20-30 self-rapid
Currently, eight self-rapid Vaccination 20-30 are in operation at the national level, an action that has allowed immediate and efficient access to vaccines against Covid-19.
Cortizo announces extension of bank flexibility and New Panama Solidarity Plan until December 31, 2021
To access Banking Flexibility, affected customers must approach their bank before September 30, 2021 to support their financial situation and reach an agreement.
Panama Canal increases allowed length for Neopanamax locks
The interoceanic highway will receive ships with a length of 370.33 meters and announces a draft of 15.24 meters (50 feet) before the fifth anniversary of the expansion.
President Cortizo participates in the ceremony to change the director of the National Police.
President Cortizo Cohen urged the members of the National Police to maintain as a principle the virtues of a vocation to service, teamwork, discipline and mysticism. "Let us honor the uniform as a symbol of our value and commitment to the Homeland"
President Cortizo sanctions a bill that promotes professional baseball academies.
The establishment of these centers will allow baseball players from Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia and Nicaragua, among other countries, to be trained in Panama.
President announces the launch of the Plan for the Comprehensive Development of the Electricity Sector.
Government advances negotiations with AES Panama for the purchase of Hidroeléctrica Bayano for the supply of drinking water in Panama City, operation of the Canal and power generation.
The Comprehensive Energy Plan contemplates important investments for electrification in rural areas, for the benefit of thousands of Panamanians.
The Sustainable Tourism Master Plan is recognized as a tourism planning instrument of the Republic of Panama.
Cabinet approves allocating resources for the construction of the Amador Cruise Port.
An order to proceed is delivered for the study, design, construction and financing of the interconnection of the Coastal Beltway 3 with the Amador Causeway. The work will allow quick connection of tourists with the Amador Convention Center and the Cruise Port.
Panama launches innovative program to attract tourists and stimulate economic reactivatn
The initiative seeks to attract tourists who stay up to 18 months in Panama and whose job functions have effects abroad and would reactivate jobs for Panamanians
Finding: Darién could present ecosystems of Albinas in Garachiné
The finding drew the attention of officials because it was a phenomenon created over many years by nature itself and in which there was no human involvement.
President Announces AstraZeneca Vaccine Next Batch Will Open Fast Auto
The fast cars will work simultaneously, for men over 30 and women over 50 who want to voluntarily get vaccinated with doses of AstraZeneca. - Government provides benefits from social programs directed to communities of the Colmena Plan in the province of Herrera.
The National Government and the private sector agree to form a High Level Commission for economic reactivation
President Cortizo Cohen reiterates the open door policy of his Government and appreciates the efforts of the business sector to seek alternatives and solutions to economic reactivation and job creation.
Minister María Inés Castillo in conjunction with civil and academic organizations present considerations to the Comprehensive Protection of Children law that is discussed in the National Assembly
Minister María Inés Castillo in conjunction with civil and academic organizations present considerations to the Comprehensive Protection of Children law that is discussed in the National Assembly
Panama achieves publication of more than 2000 Open Government Data
On the datosabierto.gob.pa portal, state entities can publish data on local governments, health, transportation and logistics, tourism, banking and finance, innovation and technology, public services, and social development.
In 2020, more than 120 thousand users visited the Open Data portal from more than 140 countries.
617,154 visits to pages within the Open Data Portal occurred in 2020.
Decree that regulates the Special EMMA Regime is promulgated
The EMMA regime is part of the strategies of the Economic Reactivation Plan of President Laurentino Cortizo Cohen to attract foreign direct investment, create employment, boost various sectors and transfer knowledge to Panamanian human resources.
MITRADEL officially launches IPEL Awards 2021. With the slogan "The Bicentennial of the Republic, a 200-year journey in the Construction of Our Nation"
MITRADEL officially launches IPEL Awards 2021. With the slogan "The Bicentennial of the Republic, a 200-year journey in the Construction of Our Nation"
President emphasizes that the internet is a ‘highway’ and ‘bridge’ for knowledge.
In El Cacao de Capira, televisions were delivered to 103 households.
More than 600 people benefited from electrification and access to technology.
Government attends to needs after Community Work Tour.
Banconal and Public Registry of Panama sign agreement to automate processes
It is the second phase of the macro-project that seeks to improve response times that began in February of last year with the first part called Telematics.
Communities with difficult access in Veraguas are connected to TV technology (TVWS)
-With this TV blank space connectivity project (TVWS) it is intended to positively impact communities that are located in remote areas with difficult access, especially educational centers and state health facilities.
Companies will have to register hygiene and health plans to be certified in Healthy Panama
The Ministers of Health and Labor and Labor Development signed the document that will be available for the use of companies, it can be downloaded on the Mitradel and Minsa digital portals.
UFINET offers support for the proper functioning of Panama's connectivity during the COVID-19 crisis
UFINET, a neutral telecommunications fiber optic operator that provides data connectivity, capacity and internet by optical cable in 17 Latin American countries, offers the Government of Panama a series of technological tools, in order to support the proper functioning of the connectivity of the country during the global COVID-19 crisis.
AIG implements ROSA virtual platform for COVID-19 pandemic care
The ROSA virtual assistant (Automatic Health Operational Response) is a technological platform designed by professionals of the National Authority for Government Innovation (AIG), which has been enabled to answer the queries of citizens regarding the pandemic situation caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
COMMUNICATION - TEAM TO EVALUATE REMOTE WORKING MEASURES
The Ministry of Labor and Labor Development (MITRADEL) in conjunction with the National Authority for Government Innovation (AIG) and the General Directorate of Administrative Career (DIGECA), have formed a multidisciplinary and inter-institutional team to evaluate the Telework measures that will be implemented in the public sector on a temporary basis, to contribute to the mitigation of COVID-19.
AIG seeks the mandatory nature of online services in entities
The National Authority for Government Innovation (AIG) proposed modifications and additions to the content of Bill 86, which was presented to the National Assembly of Panama, through the citizen participation mechanism.
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