AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCanal & Shipping Watch: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre urged Caribbean countries to lean on local solutions as El Niño and drought strain the Panama Canal, cutting daily transit slots (34 to 32) and raising costs for imports. Weather & Travel Impacts: A new report warns drought is no longer a temporary crisis, with knock-on effects for tourism, trade, and transport worldwide. Port & Peak Season: Ocean peak season is still running, with September forecast to be the busiest import month at major ports, partly because shippers reroute away from the Canal amid water concerns. Local Transit Glitch: Metro de Panama riders reported double charges on fare cards, with users advised to check balances and use official claim channels. Health Alert: New World screwworm is moving north again, reaching Texas and New Mexico, raising concerns for livestock and wildlife—including in Panama’s region. Tourism Growth Note: In the first half of 2026, cruise tourism in Panama grew 21.6%.
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