September 30, 2024
Panama ranks 9th out of 19 countries in the Latin American Artificial Intelligence Index (ILIA), led by Chile, Brazil, and Uruguay. Panama scored 37.45 out of 100 points but was recognized for its strong performance in open-source code development, surpassing countries like Uruguay and Costa Rica.
Panama's strengths are in developing new AI applications, particularly in open-source solutions. However, it faces challenges in enabling factors like research, development, and adoption, as well as infrastructure and human talent development. The country scored 49.93 in infrastructure (moderate capacity) and 33.74 in human talent development, indicating significant challenges in training and retaining specialized talent.
February 12, 2025 - Panama continues to solidify its role as a pivotal hub in international trade, leveraging its strategic location and the Panama Canal's critical function in global shipping routes. The canal facilitates approximately 5% of the world's maritime trade, underscoring Panama's significance in global commerce. Read More
December 16, 2024 - El 6 de diciembre de 2024, Panamá formalizó su ingreso como Estado Asociado al Mercosur durante la 65ª Cumbre de Jefes de Estado del bloque en Montevideo, Uruguay. El presidente José Raúl Mulino y el canciller Javier Martínez Acha firmaron los acuerdos correspondientes, convirtiendo a Panamá en el primer país fuera de Sudamérica en obtener esta condición. El Mercosur, integrado por Argentina, Brasil, Paraguay, Uruguay y Bolivia, representa la quinta economía más grande del mundo, con un mercado de 271 millones de habitantes y un PIB conjunto de 4.5 billones de dólares. Como Estado Asociado, Panamá busca fortalecer las relaciones comerciales y económicas, ofreciendo su plataforma logística y financiera, incluyendo el Canal de Panamá, como puente para el comercio entre el Mercosur y otros mercados. Read More