Panamanian politicians react to President Mulino's support for Santiago Peña
This article is a summary of reporting by La Estrella de Panamá. Originally published November 6, 2026.
Members of the National Assembly and former officials have expressed criticism regarding President Mulino's recent endorsement of Paraguayan President Santiago Peña. The political backlash follows ongoing concerns surrounding the financial stability and crisis at Ueno Bank.
"Diputados, exfuncionarios y dirigentes cuestionaron el mensaje del presidente panameño, en medio de la crisis de Ueno Bank ..."
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Members of the National Assembly and former officials have expressed criticism regarding President Mulino's recent endorsement of Paraguayan President Santiago Peña. The political backlash follows ongoing concerns surrounding the financial stability and crisis at Ueno Bank.
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