AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoJudicial Accountability: Panama lawyer Alejandro Pérez says Roy Cortizo is the “architect” behind judicial persecution of former President Ricardo Martinelli, as Publio De Gracia is ordered into pretrial detention in alleged unjust enrichment and money laundering. Education Shake-up: Ventura Vega took over Panama’s Ministry of Education after Lucy Molinar’s resignation, with investigations opened over the 54,000-teacher laptop purchase. Security & Borders: Senafront reports operations against an illegal gold-mining camp in Darién tied to Clan del Golfo, capturing 30 people and launching multi-day jungle patrols. Marine Environment: A Panama study finds vessel noise affecting key islands and warns it can disrupt whales and dolphins, pushing for acoustic monitoring and better whale-watching rules. Trade & Costs: Panama Canal slot prices hit record highs as war and drought squeeze U.S. shoppers, with surcharges expected to flow to consumers. Culture & Food: New research highlights rare Criollo cacao ancestry in Panama, fueling renewed grower interest.
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