Panama Protests: Road Closures Continue Despite Government's Efforts

Protests Continue in Chiriquí Grande Despite Government Efforts: Minister Orillac Addresses Law 462 Confusion Chiriquí Grande, Panama – Ongoing road closures in Chiriquí Grande persist despite attempts by the Panamanian government to resolve the situation. Minister Juan Carlos Orillac held a press conference to address the confusion surrounding Law 462, the central point of contention for the protestors. Orillac stated, “There's a complete misunderstanding about Law 462. We proposed a technical table to clarify doubts, but today, despite the agreement, they diverted attention. They don't want to hear the truth.” The video shows the protestors refusing to engage in dialogue with government representatives, despite the offer of a technical meeting to explain the law's details. The government's commitment to resolving the issue peacefully remains, and efforts to facilitate dialogue continue. A technical team from the Social Security Fund is scheduled to travel to Chiriquí Grande to address the protestors' concerns directly.