Panama president visits Greece for maritime, logistics, and tourism talks

Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino is embarking on an official visit to Greece, aiming to bolster bilateral cooperation across several key sectors, including maritime affairs, logistics, investment, and tourism. The trip is strategically timed to coincide with Posidonia 2026, one of the world's most significant international shipping exhibitions, held in Athens.

During his high-level visit, President Mulino is scheduled to meet with Greek President Konstantínos Tasoúlas and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Discussions are expected to center on encouraging Greek investments in Panama's thriving maritime and logistics industries. Panama also aims to invite Greek participation in future tenders related to the Panama Canal and to promote joint tourism ventures.

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is a user, if not number one, the number two, of our flag. It is a player (international) of very high percentage, above 50%, of the cargo that moves in the world, and has been 'through time, no matter what registries have emerged, faithful to Panama in its flagging of ships.

President Mulino has previously highlighted Greece's significant role in Panama's maritime registry, noting that Greece is either the top or second-largest user of Panama's flag for its vessels. He emphasized Greece's consistent loyalty to Panama as a ship-flagging partner. The visit also includes the inauguration of Panama's pavilion at the Metropolitan Expo Exhibition Center, showcasing the Panama Canal, the Panama Maritime Authority, and the Ministry of Commerce and Industries. Mulino plans to meet with leaders of the Greek shipping industry, including representatives from the Union of Greek Shipowners and Tsakos Shipping and Trading S.A.

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to let the world know the logistical potential of Panama and tell shipowners that Panama is and will continue to be their best ally, a partner that understands their challenges and defends their interests under international law.