Latin America Update
July 30, 2019
Geopolitical Concerns Panama: What are the security concerns in Panama? The biggest concern is the Darien region – Panama/Colombia border – migrants crossing through Panama en route to Costa Rica and eventually the USA. There is also concern with rising coca production and Colombian rebels in the Darien. How is Panama’s relationship with their regional neighbors? Panama has good relations with Colombia and Costa Rica – both Costa Rica and Panama do not have an Army per se for security – only police forces. How is the U.S.-Panama relationship? Panama installed a new President on Monday – Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo. ... Latin America Update