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Panama Vows to End Migrant Transit, US to Fund Repatriations

The new president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, promised on Monday to prevent his country from serving as a transit point for migrants crossing...

Panama: A Nation of Contrasts and Opportunity

Panama, a narrow Central American nation holding presidential elections this Sunday, has gained prominence in the regional migration crisis despite its thriving economy driven...

Panama’s Ex-President Martinelli Secures Primary Victory

In a surprising turn of events, Ricardo Martinelli, the ex- president of Panama, has emerged victorious in his party's primary, granting him the right...

Panama asks EU for support to get off “tax haven” list

Panama asked the European Union on Monday for its support to get off the list of "tax havens", a situation that is damaging its...

Panama Regulates Cryptocurrency Operations and its use in Tax Payments

Panama's Congress approved Thursday a law regulating the optional use of cryptocurrencies, even allowing the payment of taxes with these assets in the country,...

‘Pandora Papers’ expose leaders’ offshore millions

The Pandora Papers are the latest in a series of ICIJ leaks of financial documents, from LuxLeaks to the Panama Papers.

Panama’s president-elect wants to review trade agreements with US, Costa Rica

Cortizo said Sunday that "like it or not, it is a treaty that we Panamanians have to respect."

Newly expanded Panama Canal opens for bigger business

Panama is preparing to officially open its canal this weekend to far bigger cargo ships after nearly a decade of expansion work aimed at boosting transit revenues and global trade.

Venezuelan newspapers at risk of closure, says press group

MIAMI – Several Venezuelan newspapers are at risk of imminent closure, the Inter-American Press Association warned Thursday, accusing leftist President Nicolás Maduro of impeding access to newsprint and discriminating against publications critical of his government.

Panama Congresswoman’s anti-sexual harassment bill faces ridicule

The bill would do much more than prohibit catcalls. It calls for outlawing bullying, stalking, racism and all forms of sexual harassment. It also calls for developing public policies aimed at preventing these abuses.

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Costa Rica’s Elections Deliver First-Ever Female Majority in Legislative Assembly

In a landmark development for gender representation, women have claimed 30 of the 57 seats in Costa Rica's Legislative Assembly after the February 1...

Latin American Governments Violate Human Rights Under Cover of Trump Policies

Far from curbing Donald Trump’s assault on the global human rights system, several Latin American governments are using the U.S. president’s policies as an...

Two Costa Ricans Headed to US After Court Upholds Extradition Ruling

Judges on the Court of Appeals in San José have confirmed the extradition of two Costa Rican citizens to the United States to face...

Tourism in Costa Rica Starts 2026 Strong Despite Health and Security Challenges

International visitors filled Costa Rica's airports in early 2026, signaling a solid launch to the winter season. Both San Jose and Liberia Airports reported...

OAS Applauds Costa Rica Election Success Amid Calls for Finance Overhaul

The Organization of American States (OAS) has given Costa Rica high marks for its national elections on February 1, calling the process transparent and...
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