José Raúl Mulino wins Panama's presidential election
This article is a summary of reporting by NPR. Originally published May 6, 2024.
Panama's presidential election concluded with a victory for José Raúl Mulino, who took the candidacy after running mate Ricardo Martinelli was barred from holding public office. Mulino capitalized on voter frustration over inflation, high unemployment, and broader regional migration problems. As president-elect, Mulino pledged to address fiscal imbalances and restore investor confidence while reinforcing border controls along the southern frontier. His administration will also have to navigate legislative negotiations with a fragmented National Assembly.
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Stand-in candidate José Raúl Mulino emerged victorious in Panama's presidential election, promising economic recovery.
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