Building Panama’s innovation economy through AI and science
This article is a summary of reporting by Atlantic Council. Originally published April 21, 2026.
The Atlantic Council's Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center and GeoTech Center hosted an in-depth policy dialogue with Panama’s National Secretariat of Science, Technology, and Innovation (SENACYT). The session examined how Panama is leveraging artificial intelligence and scientific research to advance its national digital economy agenda. Participants highlighted tech diplomacy, public-private research partnerships, and the integration of emerging technologies into the country's broader economic architecture. The initiative reflects Panama's strategic desire to transform its position from a physical transit corridor into a regional hub for technological innovation.
AI Summary
The Atlantic Council and SENACYT examine Panama's national innovation agenda centered on artificial intelligence and science-driven growth.
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