José Ramón Icaza

Panama earthquake recovery and school reopening

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Panama cancels civic parades and adapts schooling after earthquake

Following a magnitude 7.5 earthquake on October 9, 2026, Panama has initiated a phased recovery process focusing on education and housing. The Ministry of Education (Meduca) began a progressive reopening of schools, wit

Panama earthquake reconstruction and housing updates

10 clusters · 811 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Panama President announces reconstruction plans following earthquake

Recovery efforts following the October 9 earthquake near Tonosí have entered an intensive humanitarian and assessment phase. The 7.7 magnitude seismic event, attributed to the Azuero-Soná fault system, triggered a nation

Panama economic growth and maritime logistics volatility

25 clusters · 137 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Panama Canal records cargo transit high amid Strait of Hormuz closure

Panama continues to navigate a complex landscape of economic expansion and logistical volatility. While the country saw 5.5% GDP growth in the first half of 2026, its maritime registry has faced significant declines. Acc