Gaceta Oficial

The General Manager of the Agricultural Development Bank (Banco de Desarrollo Agropecuario) is authorized to request an additional supplementary credit of up to 20 million Balboas from the Ministry of Economy and Finance. These funds are intended to address approved credit applications from more than 250 agricultural producers and to cover outstanding disbursements for agricultural and livestock projects during 2026, as the bank's current budget is insufficient to cover these commitments.

p. 10–11

The Board of Directors of the Agricultural Development Bank (Banco de Desarrollo Agropecuario) approves the preliminary budget for the 2027 fiscal year, totaling 68,154,867.00 Balboas. This budget is divided into 22,400,000.00 Balboas for operating expenses and 45,754,867.00 Balboas for investments. The General Manager is authorized to carry out the necessary procedures with the competent authorities to ensure these resources are secured.

p. 12–13

The Office of the Comptroller General (Contraloría General de la República) approves the “Manual of Procedures for the Acquisition of Goods and Services” of the Superintendency of Non-Financial Entities (Superintendencia de Sujetos No Financieros). This manual establishes the internal guidelines, controls, and detailed processes that the institution's personnel must follow for the request, authorization, purchase, and contracting of supplies and services, ensuring compliance with internal control regulations and public procurement laws.

p. 14–40

The Mayor's Office (Alcaldía) of Chame declares September 18, 2026, a municipal civic holiday to mark the 171st anniversary of the founding of the District of Chame. The closure of municipal offices and national public offices within the district is ordered for this day, with the exception of essential services such as health, fire departments, and police. Festive activities scheduled between September 17 and 20 are also detailed.

p. 41–42

An errata (Fe de errata) is issued for Mayor's Decree No. 009 of 2026 of the Mayor's Office (Alcaldía) of La Chorrera. The correction clarifies that the first article must formally declare November 3 (Separation from Colombia) and November 4 (National Symbols Day) as holidays for the year 2026, ordering the closure of public and municipal offices, instead of referring to a 2023 decree regarding patron saint festivities.

p. 43–43

The National Accreditation Council (Consejo Nacional de Acreditación) approves the name change of the company ROBINSON INTERNATIONAL (PANAMÁ), S.A. to INSPECTION AND LABORATORY SERVICES PANAMA, S.A. regarding its accreditation OI-059, following verification of technical compliance with the DGNTI-COPANIT ISO/IEC 17020:2014/2017 standard. Accreditation scopes for petroleum and derivative inspection activities are maintained, while specific measurement scopes are reduced.

p. 3–6

Appointment of Lilibeth Del Carmen Enseñat Cigarruista as acting Director General of Revenue and Linda Ivett Pérez T. as acting Deputy Director General of Revenue at the Ministry of Economy and Finance (Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas) for the period from September 21 to September 25, 2026.

p. 7–8

The Ministry of Women (Ministerio de la Mujer) creates the Immediate Response Team (E.R.I.M.) to provide specialized multidisciplinary care (psychology, social work, legal advice) to women victims of violence 365 days a year, even when institutional offices are closed to the public. The team operates upon request by the Public Prosecutor's Office or designated authorities, establishing a protocol for care, follow-up, and case registration to ensure the protection of users.

p. 9–15

The Ministry of Health (Ministerio de Salud) mandates the submission of an affidavit regarding the proper use of veterinary drugs for aquaculture products intended for human consumption. Suppliers must certify that the organisms have not been treated with prohibited antimicrobials and have met the necessary withdrawal periods to ensure food safety and prevent antimicrobial resistance.

p. 16–19

The Ministry of Health (Ministerio de Salud) approves and implements the clinical instruments 'Medical History of the Older Person' and 'Progress Note Sheet', along with their user manuals, for application in all primary care centers in the country. These documents integrate geriatric assessments, risk factors, medical history, and management plans, aiming to standardize care, prevent complications, and improve the quality of life for older adults within the health system.

p. 20–38