AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHousing Policy: President José Raúl Mulino signed Bill No. 661 approving an ITBI reform that fully exempts the 2% Real Estate Transfer Tax on the first $120,000 of a first sale of newly built homes, with a sliding scale for $120,001–$200,000 and a 30-month deadline from the occupancy permit. Immigration & Human Rights: CBS News reports ICE expanded “third-country” deportations, sending 100+ people from Afghanistan, Cuba, Nicaragua and others to eight African countries over 10 days, with none deported to their destination country. Security in the Region: At a Panama gathering, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the U.S. is discussing joint strikes with Colombia against armed groups, as Colombia’s new defense leadership aligns closely with Washington. Environment & Indigenous Rights: In Bocas del Toro, Ngäbe families in Quebrada Nigua say dozens of men attacked their crops, destroying cacao and other staples, allegedly to clear land for cattle. Canal & Climate: A new study finds boat noise off Panama reduces the likelihood of detecting humpback whale songs by about 40–45%, highlighting growing pressure on marine life. Business & Culture: Sbarro’s CEO says the chain’s comeback is driving new openings, including in Panama, while Panama’s 5th Open Chess Tournament saw Cuban players place strongly.
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