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Panama Canal at 111 Years: Future Diversification Projects
The Panama Canal marks 111 years with a vision for the future. The ACP is pursuing projects including new ports, an energy corridor, a road ring, and water security initiatives, with an $8 billion investment plan.
The Importance of Food Labeling: Health, Law, and Consumer Rights
Food labeling is a vital tool for consumer health and safety. Beyond ingredients, it provides nutritional details, allergen warnings, and legal guarantees. Panama is advancing with the EFAN law to strengthen consumer protection.
Colon Free Zone Single Window: Panama’s One-Stop-Shop for Trade Facilitation
The Colon Free Zone has launched a Single Window system to centralize procedures, cut costs, and modernize trade facilitation. This innovation enhances Panama’s competitiveness as an international logistics hub.
Puerto Armuelles: Panama’s New Multipurpose Port and Economic Hub
Puerto Armuelles is being transformed into a modern multipurpose port to drive economic growth in western Panama. With new infrastructure, investment, and job creation, it aims to become a key Pacific logistics hub.
Administrative Career in Panama: Merit-Based System or Bureaucratic Labyrinth?
Panama’s Administrative Career system seeks to depoliticize public service and ensure continuity through merit-based hiring and promotion. It offers stability, training, and institutional memory, though challenges remain with political influence.
Global Minimum Tax and International Tax Framework Evolution
The global minimum tax, led by the OECD and G20, reshapes international corporate taxation. With its Two-Pillar Solution, it addresses profit shifting, strengthens transparency, and sets a 15% minimum corporate rate worldwide.
Importance of the Employment Contract in Panama
The employment contract in Panama is not only a legal requirement but also a safeguard for both employers and employees. It defines rights, obligations, and benefits, ensuring legal certainty and social protection.
My Secure Retirement: Social Security Fund Digital Tool in Panama
Panama’s Social Security Fund launched the “My Secure Retirement” tool, enabling beneficiaries to digitally calculate and compare benefits. This innovation helps users evaluate options across subsystems and make informed decisions about their retirement.
Panama Toughens Penalties for Sexual Crimes: New Legal Reforms 2025
Panama enacts Law 474 to strengthen its criminal justice system against sexual crimes. The law increases penalties for offenses against sexual freedom and integrity, mandates victim consultation in plea deals involving vulnerable victims, and allows for technological tools to protect victims during proceedings.
Panama Joins Mercosur as an Associated State: New Opportunities for Trade and Investment
Panama’s new status as an Associated State of Mercosur marks a strategic milestone for regional integration and economic growth. The country will benefit from increased trade opportunities, foreign investment, and participation in regional policies with Latin America’s largest economies.
Panama Enacts New Special Regime for Banana Industry Workers and Independent Producers
Panama’s new Law 471 creates a special regime for workers and independent producers in the banana sector, granting economic benefits, early retirement, and special pensions. Discover the main requirements and how it improves social security in the industry.
Panama Modernizes Its Fight Against Human Trafficking
Law 458 of 2024 marks a milestone in Panama’s fight against human trafficking. The law expands definitions, enhances victim protections, introduces corporate liability, and strengthens institutional coordination—reinforcing Panama’s commitment to human rights.
Panama: A Country That Delivers – Off the EU Grey List and Moving Forward
Panama celebrates a milestone achievement: the country is officially off the EU’s grey list and the FATF grey list, thanks to strong legal reforms, public-private cooperation, and technological advances. Learn why this matters for the nation’s economy and international trust.
Panama: Stability and Progress in an Uncertain World
Panama means stability, neutrality, and progress—even in uncertain times. An open, resilient country, ready for global growth.
5 Advantages of the Panamanian Ship Registry
Panama leads the world in ship registry thanks to its flexibility, fee discounts, international technical support, and digital certification. Here are 5 key benefits of registering your vessel under the Panama flag.
The History of the Panama Canal: From Balboa to a Global Engineering Marvel
Explore how the Panama Canal transformed from an explorer’s dream to a global engineering achievement, overcoming major technical and health challenges throughout more than four centuries of history.
Municipality of Panama approves payment of Municipal Taxes through cryptocurrencies.
The Municipality of Panama has approved a groundbreaking agreement enabling the payment of municipal taxes and fees using cryptocurrencies. Find out how the process works, its main advantages, and the role of Towerbank in this innovative initiative.
Panama institutes the Tax Lottery
Panama has introduced a Tax Lottery as an innovative incentive for tax compliance. Find out who can participate, what documents are needed, and the prizes available in this government initiative.
Mandatory Update of the Taxpayer Registration Number (RUC) in Panama – What You Need to Know
The General Directorate of Revenue (DGI) requires all taxpayers in Panama to update their Taxpayer Registration Number (RUC) by August 31, 2025. Find out the steps to comply, avoid penalties, and how our firm can help with the process.
Mental Health at Work: Well-Being Is Part of Productivity
Talking about mental health at work is essential. Recognizing our emotions and fostering empathetic, sustainable spaces has a positive impact on productivity and everyone’s well-being.
