Latest news in Panama? September 11th, 2026
11-09-2026
Key developments in Panama around September 11, 2026:
- Panama Canal Transit Reductions: The Panama Canal Authority confirmed adjustments to daily vessel transitsreducing capacity toward 32 transits per day heading into mid-September. Operational limits remain a focal concern for regional trade, with the CARICOM Private Sector Organization (CPSO) warning that maritime restrictions could affect billions of dollars in regional supply chains and imports. www.wam.ae+ 1
- Administrative Leadership at the Canal: The Panama Canal Authority saw high-level leadership transitions this week, including executive appointments such as Miguel Lorenzo taking office as the new deputy administrator.
- Severe Weather and Flooding Alerts: Panama’s National Civil Protection System (SINAPROC) maintained storm alerts across maritime zones and several provinces. Heavy rains caused swollen rivers, localized flooding, and minor structural damage in Bocas del Toro Province and the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca, leading to emergency response operations and preventive evacuations. Deep Arrival
- Development Financing: The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) approved an 80 million dollar financial contribution dedicated to modernizing Panama’s National Institute of Vocational Training and Training for Human Development (INADEH).