Panama

While the expansion will ease pressure on the canal, large ships will still face restrictions

Any attempt to jail Martinelli will be long and complicated.

While Panama is experiencing a drop in organised crime, new threats leave no room for complacency

Despite previous pay increases, the threat of further delays will likely see workers achieve their latest demands

New legislation could encourage investment but indigenous action and moratorium prospects are likely to pose challenges

While corruption investigations shine a spotlight on Martinelli and his associates, Varela may be playing a risky game

As water flows into the broadened Panama Canal, its future remains uncertain

The diplomatic skill of the government is already delivering promising results for its trade and investment