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Panama Canal & Shipping: Iran-war disruption is pushing Panama Canal congestion and costs higher, with ships paying record auction fees to jump the queue—one empty LPG tanker reportedly paid $4.6m for priority passage—while cruise itineraries face knock-on delays as draft limits tighten amid El Niño-linked water levels. Maritime Security: The U.S. says it fired Hellfire missiles from a helicopter to disable a Panamanian-flagged vessel, M/V Vela Nova, in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored blockade warnings. Agriculture & Trade: Panama agreed phytosanitary requirements to accept Argentine citrus (lemons, mandarins, oranges, grapefruits), opening a new export channel. Local Food Access: Panama’s IMA announced Agrofairs for Aug. 17–18 across multiple provinces, with sales starting 8:00am and ID required. Public Health & Biosecurity: New World screwworm is spreading again, with Panama’s region watching as the U.S. reports rising animal cases and renewed control efforts. Industry Watch: Court coverage of “Project Panama” highlights AI firms buying and destroying books at scale, reigniting copyright and cultural preservation concerns.

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