Panama to Host 86 Nations for Bicentennial Congress Events

Panama is set to host a significant international gathering, the High-Level Week of the Bicentennial of the Amphictyonic Congress. Eighty-six national delegations have confirmed their participation in the events scheduled from June 20 to June 27, 2026.

The week's agenda features several key meetings, including the 31st Meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Association of Caribbean States, the Meeting of Heads of State and Government, and the 56th General Assembly of the Organization of American States. Other significant events include the 11th Ministerial Conference of the Community of Democracies and a Global Leaders Forum.

Several nations will be represented by their heads of state or government, with confirmed attendance from Colombia, Guatemala, Honduras, and Paraguay. Many other countries will send delegations led by ministers or vice ministers, totaling 38 such participants. An additional 26 countries will be represented by ambassadors or directors general. Furthermore, 12 international organizations, including the Inter-American Development Bank, UNICEF, and the Pan American Health Organization, will send representatives.

The event underscores Panama's role as a diplomatic hub and its commitment to fostering regional and international cooperation through dialogue and multilateral engagement.