Today in #PlacaCuatroNEWS
Executive meets with heads of benches of the National Assembly
Executive meets with heads of benches of the National Assembly President José Raúl Mulino met with the heads of the National Assembly benches to inform them about his next bill that will address the crisis of the Social Security Fund (CSS).
This meeting closes a series of meetings with various sectors, whose contributions will be integrated into the project that will be presented to the Legislature at the end of October, to be debated in extraordinary sessions in November and December. Mulino stressed that all proposals with economic support will be welcome and assured that Social Security will not be privatized.
In addition, he asked the deputies for a deep and objective analysis of the project, emphasizing that, although it will not be perfect, it will seek to solve the problem. The unification of public health services and the division of the debate into two tables was discussed: one on the sustainability of the Disability, Old Age and Death (IVM) program and another on improvements to medical benefits. The deputies supported the broad consultation of all sectors, and Mulino announced an upcoming meeting with the director of the CSS, Dino Mon, to begin consultations with businessmen, doctors, workers and retirees.
Panama seeks to form a strategic team to promote economic strengthening strategies
Panama seeks to form a strategic team to promote economic strengthening strategies During the Alliance for Economic Prosperity in the Americas (APEP) symposium on semiconductors, the Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Carlos Hoyos, met with Othón Valverde, Undersecretary of Industry and Commerce of Mexico, to discuss the increase in commercial exchange between both nations and maximize the benefits of the FTA, especially for the Panamanian agricultural and pork sectors.
In addition, Hoyos held conversations with Meta executives to advance projects such as “Data for Good”, the use of artificial intelligence to promote MSMEs, and MetaBoost, a key piece for the strategies of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Authority ( Ampyme).
He also spoke with Héctor Luján, treasurer of the Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce (Concanaco), to promote mutual investment and expand export opportunities.
“The symposium has been essential to strengthen our commercial and technological relations. “We are committed to building trust and attracting investment to Panama, taking advantage of our collaboration with Arizona State University and our outstanding regional connectivity,” Hoyos stated.
They promote banana cultivation through field schools in Chiriquí
Through field schools, with family farming producers, the Ministry of Agricultural Development promotes the cultivation of bananas in Chiriquí, one of the main items in the food basket of Panamanians.
With this objective, MIDA authorities established the second field school, this time, for the training of members of the Association of Rural, Agroindustrial and Agroartisanal Women of Boquerón, based in the community of Macano, district of Boquerón.
The coordinator of Rural Development of MIDA, Melina Sánchez, assured that the decision was made at the request of the beneficiaries themselves, who see banana cultivation as a form of entrepreneurship, to improve the economy of their homes, as well as have food available of great nutritional quality.
Dairy sector and MIDA strengthen alliance to promote the industry
To analyze various aspects of dairy production in the country, as well as the challenges facing the sector and the dynamics to strengthen it, the Milk Chain held a meeting in which the Ministry of Agricultural Development (MIDA) participated.
The institution, through the Directorate of Agroindustry, Directorate of Livestock and the National Directorate of Incentives and Trusts, transmitted a message of support and commitment to the dairy production sector in order to promote dairy production.
At the meeting, the importance of updating the database of existing agro-industrial companies in the country, the need to work together to address problems and promote a more favorable environment for the development of the sector was highlighted.
The streets of David were dressed in folklore
Last Friday, September 6, the main streets of David were dressed in tradition and pride with the folklore parade as part of the celebration of the Centennial of the Félix Olivares Contreras School.
More than 25 queens, accompanied by followers and logistics, paraded elegantly from Parque de las Madres to Parque Miguel de Cervantes, in the company of former teammates, family members and supporters of each of the promotions that were present.
The event stood out for the participation of distinguished ladies, some over 80 years old, who in their youth reigned during Olivarista Week. Despite the weather, they wore their crowns and outfits with joy and dignity, reliving magical moments that marked an era.
Eduardo Guerrero debuts on the right foot with Dynamo kyiv in an 8-1 win
Eduardo Guerrero debuts on the right foot with Dynamo kyiv in an 8-1 win Eduardo Guerrero made an impressive debut for Dynamo kyiv by contributing to an 8-1 victory over Polissia Stavkív in a friendly match.
Guerrero assisted on the second goal, scored by Vivcharenko in the 22nd minute. Dynamo showed their superiority from the start, with goals from Vivcharenko, Shepelev, and a double from Karavayev and Diallo.
Although Polissia managed to pull one back with a penalty, Dynamo completed the rout with five more goals. Guerrero, who joined Dynamo after leaving Zorya—where he played 48 games, scored 19 goals and provided 9 assists—signed a contract until 2029. Additionally, he has been included in the club’s roster for the UEFA Europe group stage League.
Source: Sports RPC
