U.S. Embassy in Panama
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Panama
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U.S., Panamanian teams complete joint medical mission; ambassador visits key sites in Chiriqu
U.S. Ambassador to Panama Kevin Marino Cabrera visited Chiriquí province on September 25, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the United States and Panama.
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President proclaims national hispanic heritage month for September 15–October 15
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation recognizing the contributions of Hispanic-American citizens.
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U.S., Panama partner on eye surgeries benefiting hundreds across several provinces
U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera visited the Luis ‘Chicho’ Fábrega Hospital in Santiago de Veraguas to observe a cataract surgery mission organized through cooperation between the U.S. Southern Command and Panama’s Ministry of Health.
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White House issues new rules targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad
The White House has issued a new executive order aimed at increasing protections for U.S. nationals who face wrongful detention abroad.
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Trump signs executive order targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad
President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing protections for U.S. nationals who are wrongfully detained abroad.
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U.S. Embassy announces upcoming Social Security services sessions in Panama
Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Panama to provide services related to U.S. Social Security benefits.
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U.S. delivers over 167,000 pounds of food aid to Panama under Denton Program
A U.S. Air Force C-5 Super Galaxy aircraft delivered more than 167,000 pounds of food to Panama on August 30 as part of the Denton Program, a humanitarian initiative that uses military aircraft to transport privately donated relief supplies when...
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U.S., Panama conduct joint jungle training as part of security partnership
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Panama on August 17-18 to observe the joint U.S.-Panamanian Jungle Orientation Course at the Aeronaval Headquarters Cristóbal Colón Base.
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U.S. Embassy donates equipment and water filters to Azuero communities
The U.S. Embassy in Panama, working with the U.S. Southern Command’s Humanitarian Assistance Program, has donated more than 1,100 residential water filters to 11 communities in the Azuero region.
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U.S. Ambassador delivers aid and meets leaders during Azuero region tour
U.S. Ambassador to Panama Kevin Marino Cabrera visited the Azuero region on August 14, 2025, where he met with government officials, local leaders, entrepreneurs, and students.
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U.S. Embassy in Panama opens Colon American Center to foster education and partnership
The U.S. Embassy in Panama and the Colon Chamber of Commerce, Agriculture, and Industry have opened the Colon American Center in Colon.
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U.S.-Panama ties strengthened during Ambassador Cabrera's visit
Panama Oeste, Panama – U.S. Ambassador to Panama Kevin Marino Cabrera visited Panama Oeste to strengthen the relationship between the United States and the province.
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U.S. Embassy lifts travel restrictions to Bocas del Toro Province
The U.S. Embassy in Panama City has issued an update regarding the security situation in Bocas del Toro Province.
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U.S. Embassy in Panama marks 249th Independence Day with celebration
Panama, July 3, 2025 – The U.S. Embassy in Panama City celebrated the 249th anniversary of American independence with an event at Club Union.
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USNS Comfort completes Panama visit as part of Continuing Promise humanitarian mission
The USNS Comfort concluded its visit to Panama today, as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 mission.
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USNS Comfort adjusts mission plans for Continuing Promise 2025 in Panama
The USNS Comfort will continue its mission in the Caribbean Sea as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 initiative.
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USNS Comfort extends stay in Panama for Continuing Promise mission
The USNS Comfort is set to visit Colón, Panama from June 26 to July 1 as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 mission.
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US sanctions leader of Venezuelan terrorist group Tren de Aragua
The United States has imposed sanctions on a key leader of the Tren de Aragua (TdA), a Foreign Terrorist Organization originating from Venezuela.
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USNS Comfort arrives in Panama for humanitarian mission
Panama City, June 20, 2025 — The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort is scheduled to be in Panama from June 24 to July 1 as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 humanitarian mission.
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U.S. Embassy issues alert amid unrest in Panama's Bocas Del Toro Province
The U.S. Embassy in Panama City has issued a security alert for the Bocas Del Toro Province due to ongoing civil unrest in the region.