Canal Ports Clash: Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison has launched international arbitration against Panama, demanding over HK$11.7 billion after Panama took over the Balboa and Cristobal terminals, arguing the move violated an investment-protection treaty and international law. Digital Tax Push: Panama’s Economy and Finance Minister Felipe Chapman says digital platforms selling in Panama must charge ITBMS (7%) and issue digital invoices, including major streaming services like Netflix. Mobility Project: Panama Metro opened bids for the Panama–San Miguelito cable car, with one proposal received from Doppelmayr Panama for $255,163,788.03, now moving into corrections and evaluation. Trade & Logistics: Crowley announced a new weekly container service linking Port Houston with Santo Tomás de Castilla (Guatemala) and Puerto Cortés (Honduras), with the first call set for Sept. 10. Regional Diplomacy: The OAS Permanent Council approved an emergency call for foreign ministers over Nicaragua’s crackdown, with Panama among the countries backing the move. Security Cooperation: Jamaica and the U.S. deepened their security partnership in remarks made in Panama, covering counter-narcotics, intelligence sharing, and training. Energy Efficiency Expansion: Atera Energy says it’s operating in Mexico with a plan to invest at least US$350 million by 2030, and it already operates in Panama. Sports Spotlight: The 2026 Little League World Series begins in Williamsport, with Panama among the international teams.