Panama's Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) has stated it was unaware of the recent transfer of prisoners to Coiba Island. The agency explicitly asserted that establishing a permanent penitentiary center on the island is not viable. Despite the unexpected move, MiAmbiente claims that the arrival of the inmates has not yet caused damage to the natural heritage of the Coiba National Park. The ministry emphasizes the need to protect the island's unique ecosystem from infrastructure development. This situation highlights a lack of coordination between environmental authorities and the prison system. The government continues to evaluate the impact of the temporary relocation. Officials maintain that the island's conservation status must remain the priority.