Stand-in Jose Raul Mulino wins Panama presidential race
This article is a summary of reporting by Al Jazeera. Originally published May 6, 2024.
Electoral officials unofficially called Panama's presidential race late Sunday after leading challengers, including anti-corruption candidate Ricardo Lombana and former President Martín Torrijos, conceded defeat. José Raúl Mulino garnered over 34 percent of the vote in an election marked by strong turnout exceeding 77 percent. Mulino acknowledged Martinelli in his victory remarks, noting the unexpected trajectory that brought him from vice-presidential running mate to the presidency. Mulino will take office for a five-year term starting July 1, pledging to stimulate economic growth and manage pressing national matters.
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José Raúl Mulino won Panama's presidential election with more than a third of the votes after his competitors conceded defeat.
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