The Ambassador of Israel to Panama, Mattanya Cohen, met with journalists and social communicators from the province of Colón to discuss possible areas of cooperation between Israel and Panama. The meeting, held on Thursday morning, aimed to explore opportunities for developing joint programs in various areas such as technology, agriculture, and education. During the meeting, Cohen highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between the two countries and expressed his interest in working closely with Colón's media to foster greater cooperation and mutual understanding. Colón's social communicators, in turn, showed great interest in Israel's agricultural process, particularly its innovative strategies in agricultural production and water desalination. They also addressed the current context of the region, particularly a month after the pacification of the Gaza Strip, seeking to understand the effects of the situation on the region and its implications for international cooperation. Other topics discussed included cooperation in education and culture, as well as investment and trade opportunities. The potential for developing joint projects in areas such as technology and innovation was also discussed, highlighting the possible advantages for the province of Colón and its economic growth. "We are committed to the development of the province of Colón and willing to work with the media to promote constructive cooperation," stated Ambassador Mattanya Cohen. On behalf of the journalists of Colón, Enrique Watts, president of the Colón Circle of Journalists, thanked the ambassador and his team for the attention given, emphasizing the interest of local communicators in maintaining an open dialogue with Israeli diplomacy to continue promoting understanding and mutual opportunities. This meeting marks a significant step in the consolidation of cooperation between Israel and Panama, particularly in the province of Colón, a region with great potential for development in various areas.
