On Wednesday, presidents participating in the Latin America and the Caribbean International Economic Forum 2026 visited the new locks of the Panama Canal. During the tour, the heads of state closely observed the operation of the expanded canal, its impact on world trade, and the key role Panama plays in the global economy. The visit was part of the forum's official agenda, which brings together political and economic leaders from the region. Authorities highlighted that the locks not only represent high-level engineering but also national pride, sovereignty, and local technical capability on a route through which a large portion of world trade passes.
