The restoration of trust and security for investors is essential to boost the Panamanian economy. The distrust in investments, both national and foreign, originated during the government of Juan Carlos Varela, when decisions were made that affected the credibility of Panamanian companies. As a result, many companies have struggled to recover, leading to an economic imbalance in the country by scaring off investors.
One of the pointed criticisms is that Varela's government did not address the lack of legal security in the country, which impacted investors' perception of reliability. It is important to restore security and trust in Panama to attract new foreign and national investments.
In this regard, Jimmy Papadimitriu expressed that it is essential for both local and international investors to see Panama as a reliable place to invest. The importance of Panamanians trusting in their own country before seeking external investments is emphasized.
The persecution of certain governments against private companies under questionable motives has contributed to distrust and legal insecurity in Panama. The need for the current government to work on restoring the trust and legal security that the country previously enjoyed is highlighted in order to reactivate the economy.
The challenge of attracting investments and restoring economic stability in Panama is one of the main challenges faced by the current president, and it is crucial for regaining the trust of both local and foreign investors in the country.
