AIP receives visit from Panamanian Ambassador. Strengthening cooperation relations marked the meeting

On June 5, AIP received the Panamanian Ambassador to Portugal, Jose Mulino Quintero, accompanied by the Embassy's First Counselor and Economic Counselor. The Panamanian delegation was received by AIP Vice President Jorge Pais and by Filomena Pires, Director of Internationalization, Entrepreneurship and Business Cooperation. The meeting allowed for discussion of cooperation opportunities between AIP and Panamanian entities, with emphasis on the development of strategic partnerships and the possibility of formalizing collaboration protocols. The meeting took place in an environment that demonstrated the shared interest in strengthening economic and business relations between Portugal and Panama. Panama's importance is evident: it is the second largest economy in Central America. Supported by international trade and services. The Panama Canal, the closest link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as the modern port infrastructure and the Colon Free Zone, mean that the country moves around 5% of world trade.