AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPanama Canal Water Crunch: Ilya Espino de Marotta, Panama Canal Authority’s first female administrator, warned El Niño could force tighter ship limits as rainfall and lake inflows stay below normal; daily transits already fell from 36 to 34, with another cut to 32 on Sept. 15, and officials say limits could drop further if dry months continue. Airport Upgrade Watch: Tocumen International Airport is moving ahead with two major projects totaling about $306.75M—Terminal 2 “South Pier” ($208.75M) to add more boarding positions and $98M to modernize runways, taxiways and platforms. Travel Perks at Border & Airports: Visa and Duty Free Americas extended and expanded their partnership across Panama and the region, including Tocumen terminals and the Paso Canoas border store, with Visa cardholders getting discounts on duty-free purchases. Connectivity & Cruise Interest: A guide to Panama Canal cruises highlights what travelers should know when choosing full crossings versus partial lock experiences, with practical tips for planning. Turtle Tourism & Conservation: On Panama’s Pacific coast, community patrols at Mata Oscura protect nesting sea turtles—an on-the-ground reminder that responsible travel supports local conservation. Visa Access Update: Canada added Panama to its eTA-eligible list, making air travel easier for Panamanians who qualify.
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