AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEarthquake Recovery: Panama’s Oct. 9 earthquake triggered at least 2,351 landslides, according to a preliminary satellite survey. The Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility has released $17.4 million for emergency response and repairs. Inspections found 14 of 38 heritage sites assessed remain closed and 20 have restricted access; President José Raúl Mulino has also canceled the Presidential Palace’s Nov. 3 dawn celebrations. Economic Outlook: Service exports reached $11.13 billion in the first half of 2026, up 12.7% year over year, led by transport and tourism. Digital Payments: Merchants in Panama can now accept contactless payments with an iPhone through Geopagos and Symbiotic. Mining Oversight: The Commerce Ministry says inspections found no damage or leaks at Cobre Panamá’s tailings facility after the quake.
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