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Minister Jackeline Muñoz defines strategic lines for Mitradel's management in 2026

Panama's Minister of Labor, Jackeline Muñoz, held a meeting to define strategic directions for the ministry's work in 2026. The main focuses are technological modernization, including the implementation of body cameras for inspectors, and strengthening key labor market programs.


Minister Jackeline Muñoz defines strategic lines for Mitradel's management in 2026

A key point was the approach to technological improvements aimed at strengthening internal processes and optimizing citizen service.Among the outstanding advances in Mitradel's management is the implementation of body cameras for labor inspectors, a measure that seeks to reaffirm the institution's commitment to transparency and security in public service.The meeting's main objective was to define the strategic lines that will guide Mitradel's management during 2026, reinforcing the administration of President José Raúl Mulino's commitment to a modern, transparent, and results-oriented public administration.Minister Muñoz de Cedeño stressed the need to maintain a strategic and collaborative vision to ensure that labor policies align with the real needs of the labor market.Additionally, the push for professional training will be maintained.Reinforcement of key programsMitradel confirmed that for 2026, it will continue to strengthen the execution of fundamental programs for the country's labor development:•Mi First Job Program: aimed at youth labor insertion.•IPEL: Panamanian Institute of Labor Studies.•Targeted Recruitment: Specific strategies to meet sectoral demands.•Labor Market Observatory: A tool for data-based analysis and decision-making.This meeting reaffirmed Mitradel's will to move towards a more modern, participatory, and integral development-oriented management. The institution will continue to work under the principles of rigor, transparency, and commitment, seeking to consolidate a more just, equitable, and productive labor environment for the Panamanian population.