Panama

Election of the Ombudsman in a manner that disregards public participation

A National Assembly Committee approves a reform to the right to reply in a non-consultative manner

Judge revokes precautionary measure against journalist Sabrina Bacal

Civil order to seize assets of two environmental defence organizations

Disputed union leadership transition raises concerns over interference

Report by the Ombudsman’s Office on the riots and declaration of a state of emergency in Bocas del Toro

Criminal complaint against environmental organizations

Concerns over exclusion of civil society from Supreme Court selection process

Investigations into alleged police abuse during protests

Ministerio de Trabajo y Desarrollo Laboral solicita disolución de Sindicato Único de Trabajadores de la Construcción y Similares.

Informe Preliminar sobre Violaciones a Derechos Humanos durante las Protestas en Bocas del Toro

Revocan beneficio fiscal a organizaciones sin fines de lucro

Revocation of status of trade union’s cooperative, arrest of leaders and raid appear to be retaliation for protests

Suspension of constitutional guarantees and internet access in the province of Bocas del Toro

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Supreme Court ruling in favour of freedom of expression and freedom of the press

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In the last two years, the Supreme Court has issued rulings that respect human rights in environmental matters and now protect freedom of expression.

The Supreme Court of Justice declares Law 406 of October 20, 2023, unconstitutional. 

https://www.organojudicial.gob.pa/noticias/judiciales/CSJ-declara-inconstitucional-la-Ley-406-de-20-de-octubre-de-2023

 

Supreme Court declares mining contract that sparked massive protests unconstitutional

https://elpais.com/america/2023-11-28/la-corte-suprema-declara-inconstitucional-el-contrato-minero-que-provoco-masivas-protestas-en-panama.html

Use of excessive force against protesters

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