Maritime & Logistics: Panama and China have agreed to move forward with renewing their Maritime Transport Agreement after concerns over increased inspections and detentions of Panamanian-flagged vessels in Chinese ports; the pact supports preferential port tariffs and simpler procedures, and Panama says detention levels have since returned to historical norms. Maritime Partnership: India and Panama also deepened ties in New Delhi, focusing on logistics, shipping, maritime security, seafarer training, and digital transformation to strengthen global connectivity. Tourism Rules (Whale Season): MiAmbiente reminded visitors and operators that Panama’s humpback whale season runs July–October, reiterating key conduct rules like staying at least 250 meters from whales, limiting speed to 4 knots in observation zones, and not chasing or interfering with animals. Travel Disruption: United Airlines Flight UA886 (Newark–Lima) diverted to Tocumen after an in-flight emergency alarm tied to an internal incident; the aircraft landed safely and emergency teams responded. Tourism Development: Panama rescinded the Naos Harbour Island Inc. contract on Amador Causeway, citing contract breaches and unpaid basic rent, with the company disputing the figures and challenging the decision in the Supreme Court.