(Prensa.com) Because of the rains of late, there have been landslides and fallen trees in the city. Early reports from the National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) show that in the area of The Crucible was landslide. This left several vehicles involved. Moreover, at approximately 9:00 am was reported falling trees in Chilibre center. Sinaproc staff already in … [Read more...]
Deal of the day in Panama from OfertaSimple
OfertaSimple is a deal-of-the-day website (similar to Groupon or Living Social) for Panama that features discounted gift certificates usable at various Panamanian businesses and attractions. How OfertaSimple Works Each day, we present a new exclusive Oferta. We leverage our collective buying power to negotiate the best deals in town. To make sure that we offer the best … [Read more...]
Panamanian government in turmoil
(Eurasia.com) Panama's booming economy and newly acquired investment grade status have made the tiny tropical country a market darling. A number of factors, including a slew of corporate tax incentives, the government's efforts to get Panama off the OECD's grey list of tax havens, and the ongoing expansion of the Panama Canal, have enticed investors over the past few years, and … [Read more...]
Tocumen Airport Tightening Security
(Panama Digest) Tocumen International Airport will implement new security regulations as part of an effort to control what comes in and out of the country. Airplanes will be revised on the tarmac upon arrival by dogs specialized in drug and money detection. The hours for revising cargo arriving via courier will be extended, and airport personnel will have to wear … [Read more...]
Panama police have broken up a major cocaine ring
PANAMA CITY (AP) — Authorities in Panama say they have broken up a major cocaine trafficking organization that moved drugs from Colombia to Panama and then north to Mexico and the United States. Panama's Drug Prosecutor Javier Caraballo says 80 Panamanians and Colombians were arrested Monday in simultaneous raids across the Central American country. Caraballo says the … [Read more...]