Panama President-elect Jose Raul Mulino appoints business leaders and an economist to his cabinet, promising a pro-private sector administration. The new appointments signal a focus on sound fiscal management and continuity with the economic strategy of former President Martinelli.
Key Points
Business leader Felipe Chapman appointed as economy and finance minister
Economist Javier Martinez-Acha appointed as foreign minister
Former president Martinelli's economic success and legal issues
New cabinet appointments signal pro-private sector administration
Pros
Focus on sound fiscal management
Continuity with former President Martinelli's economic strategy
Cons
Legal troubles of former President Martinelli
Challenges inherited from the outgoing administration