Panama's New President and Migration Policy

José Raúl Mulino sworn in as Panama's next president, focusing on slowing irregular migration through the Darien Gap. U.S. commits to covering cost of repatriation of migrants. Mulino aims to end irregular immigration through the Darien Gap.

Panama's Presidential Election Results

José Raúl Mulino unofficially wins Panama's presidential election with nearly 35% of the votes, replacing former President Ricardo Martinelli who was banned from running. Mulino faces challenges such as a slowed economy, historic migration levels, and anti-mining protests.

Panama's Presidential Election

José Raúl Mulino wins Panama's presidential election after his rivals concede, taking over from former President Ricardo Martinelli. He faces challenges including a slowed economy, high migration levels, a drought affecting the Panama Canal, and economic fallout from anti-mining protests. Mulino ran on promises of economic prosperity and stopping migration through the Darien Gap.