AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoRegional Security: President José Raúl Mulino and Costa Rican President Laura Fernández praised their joint effort against narcoterrorism and agreed to deepen cooperation. Business Events: Barcelona convention chief Christoph Tessmar was elected president of the International Congress and Convention Association at its annual congress in Panama, putting the country in the spotlight for global meetings. Canal and Trade: Farmers rejected a proposed artificial reservoir for the Canal, while Maersk is seeking permanent control of the Port of Balboa, keeping water security and port operations in focus. Health and Agriculture: A shortage of sterile flies hampered efforts to contain the screwworm after it breached Panama’s barrier in 2023, helping fuel an outbreak that spread north. Earthquake Recovery: Panama’s government assisted families affected by the recent quake in Herrera, drawing praise from Costa Rica’s president.
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